Question

Two identical masses A & B are taken such that object A is kept on a table of
height 1.5 m from the zero level and the object B is held in air at the same height
of 1.5 m from the zero level. Choose the correct alternative among the following
statements:
a) both A & B will have equal potential energy.
b) the potential energy of A is greater than potential energy of B.
c)the potential energy of B is greater than the potential energy of A.
d)data insufficient.
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Answer 1

Answer:

Option A

Explanation:

The potential energy of an object depends on the mass it has and the height it is at. By the formula PE =mgh so it doesn't matter if it is held in hand or kept on the table. If the height and mass of two objects are same the potential energy will be same