Physicseasy · Past Paper
The value of acceleration due to gravity (g) on the surface of the Earth is approximately:
A8.9 m/s²
B9.8 m/s²
C10.8 m/s²
D7.8 m/s²
✓ Correct Answer: B — 9.8 m/s²
The standard average value of acceleration due to gravity on Earth's surface is 9.8 m/s².
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