$A$ body is taken to a height of $n R$ from the surface of the earth. The ratio of the acceleration due to gravity on the surface to that at the altitude is

  • A
    $(n+1)^{2}$
  • B
    $(n+1)^{-2}$
  • C
    $(n+1)^{-1}$
  • D
    $(n+1)$

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