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Energy — Quiz

Question 1 • Chemistry

Which is the best example of potential energy?

Answer
A
holding a basketball in the air
B
flowing electric current through a wire
C
rolling a ball across a flat table
D
turning on a flashlight in a dark room

Explanation

Potential energy is stored energy due to an object's position or condition. A basketball held in the air has gravitational potential energy because it is elevated above the ground. Flowing current, a rolling ball, and a flashlight in use involve energy in motion or being actively transferred.

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