How does the force of gravity $F$ vary inside the Earth at a distance $r$ from the center,where $r < R_e$?

  • A
    $F \propto r$
  • B
    $F \propto r^2$
  • C
    $F \propto 1/r$
  • D
    $F \propto 1/r^2$

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