$A$ very small groove is made in the earth,and a particle of mass $m_0$ is placed at $\frac{R}{2}$ distance from the centre. Find the escape speed of the particle from that place.

  • A
    $\sqrt{\frac{4GM}{R}}$
  • B
    $\sqrt{\frac{2GM}{R}}$
  • C
    $\sqrt{\frac{GM}{4R}}$
  • D
    $\sqrt{\frac{11GM}{4R}}$

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