The dependence of acceleration due to gravity $g$ on the distance $r$ from the centre of the earth,assumed to be a sphere of radius $R$ of uniform density,is as shown in the figure below. The correct figure is:

  • A
    $(i)$
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    $(ii)$
  • C
    $(iii)$
  • D
    $(iv)$

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