Solve the problem.The gravitational attraction A between two masses varies inversely as the square of the distance between them. If the force of attraction is  when the masses are  apart, what is the attraction when the masses are  apart?

A. 4 lb
B. 1 lb
C. 2 lb
D. 3 lb


Answer: B

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