Weight and g: An object weighs 432 N on the surface of the earth. The earth has radius R. If the object is raised to a height of 3R above the earth's surface, what is its weight?
A. 108 N
B. 48.0 N
C. 27.0 N
D. 305 N
E. 144 N
Answer: C
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