A 95 kg male and a 65 kg female are stranded in deep space separated by a distance of 15 m. If they have no means of propulsion, calculate the following The gravitational force between them. The acceleration of each individual. How long it will take for them to come together

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  1. A 95 kg male and a 65 kg female are stranded in deep space separated by a distance of 15 m. If they have no means of propulsion, calculate the following
    1. The gravitational force between them. 
    2. The acceleration of each individual. 
    3. How long it will take for them to come together. 
    4. Where they meet, as measured from the males original position.
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