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The value of 'g' at the poles of the Earth is approximately:
A9.78 m/s^2
B9.83 m/s^2
C10.0 m/s^2
D0 m/s^2
✓ Correct Answer: B — 9.83 m/s^2
Acceleration due to gravity is higher at the poles (~9.83 m/s^2) than at the equator (~9.78 m/s^2).
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