The acceleration due to gravity on the surface of earth is $g$. If the diameter of earth reduces to half of its original value and mass remains constant, then acceleration due to gravity on the surface of earth would be :

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  • A

    $g / 4$

  • B

     $2 \mathrm{~g}$

  • C

    $g / 2$

  • D

     $4 \mathrm{~g}$

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