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The number of terms in the expression for the total gravitational potential energy.
Answer to Problem 1OQ
Option (c) 10.
Explanation of Solution
Write the expression for the total potential energy.
Here,
Conclusion:
Therefore, the above expression consists of 10 terms. Thus, option (c) is correct.
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