$A$ uniform spherical planet (Radius $R$) has acceleration due to gravity at its surface $g$. Points $P$ and $Q$ located inside and outside the planet have acceleration due to gravity $g/4$. The maximum possible separation between $P$ and $Q$ is:

  • A
    $7R/4$
  • B
    $3R/4$
  • C
    $9R/4$
  • D
    None of these

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