The graph above plots gravitational force versus distance for two asteroids of equal mass (10 billion kg). When the distance between the asteroids is 1,000 km, the gravitational force between them is about 6,700 N.

Based on the trend shown in the graph, predict the force between the asteroids when the distance between them decreases to 850 km.
A.
about 9,200 N
B.
about 74 N
C.
about 6,700 N
D.
0 N

A

Step-by-step explanation:

The graph shows an exponential dependence between the distance for two asteroids and the gravitational force.

From the graph, the greater is distance, the smaller is gravitational force. The smaller is distance, the greater is gravitational force.

When the distance between the asteroids is 1,000 km, the gravitational force between them is about 6,700 N. When the distance decreases to 850 km (becomes smaller), the force becomes greater. Among given options, only option A shows greater gravitational force than 6,700 N.