An object of mass M is dropped near the surface of Earth such that the gravitational field provides a constant downward force on the object. Which of the following describes what happens to the center of mass of the object-Earth system as the object falls downward toward Earth? It moves toward the center of Earth. 

A It moves toward the object. 

B It does not move. 

C The answer cannot be determined without knowing the mass of Earth and the distance between the object and Earth’s center.

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