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The value of g (acceleration due to gravity) is minimum at:

1. The Equator
2. The North Pole
3. The South Pole
4. The center of the Earth

Correct answer: The center of the Earth

Solution

The acceleration due to gravity decreases as we move toward the center of the Earth and becomes zero at the center. Hence, it is minimum there.

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