SSC MTS EXAM

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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which is the best example of an object with only potential energy?
A
water being poured out of a pitcher
B
a ball being thrown across a field
C
a boulder resting on top of a cliff
D
a boat sailing through the water
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A rock which rests at the top of the cliff is said to be an example of the body possessing potential energy.

Detailed explanation-2: -Imagine a rock at the top of a cliff. The rock has gravitational potential energy. Basically, the rock has the potential to fall because of gravity.

Detailed explanation-3: -A rock sitting on top of a cliff has potential energy.

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