Gravitational Potential: Practice Problem & Solution

Short Solution (Best for NEET):

To solve this problem, we apply the core principles of Gravitational Potential. Understanding the underlying formula is key to arriving at the correct answer below:

Gravitational potential \( V \) at the midpoint is the sum of the potentials due to both masses:

\[
V = -\frac{G \cdot 10^2}{0.5} - \frac{G \cdot 10^3}{0.5}
\]

Simplifying:

\[
V = -2G(10^2 + 10^3) = -2G \cdot 1100
\]

So, the gravitational potential at the midpoint is:

\[
V = -2200G
\]