Assuming the earth to be a sphere of uniform mass density, a body weighed $300 \mathrm{~N}$ on the surface of earth. How much it would weigh at $R / 4$ depth under surface of earth?

  • [JEE MAIN 2024]
  • A

    $75 \mathrm{~N}$

  • B

     $375 \mathrm{~N}$

  • C

    $300 \mathrm{~N}$

  • D

     $225 \mathrm{~N}$

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