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Radiation — Unit test

Question 18 • Fall 24 GSE Physical Science B IC

Which is an example of potential energy?

Answer
A
a swimmer kicking their legs
B
a car driving on the road
C
an arrow flying at a target
D
a yo-yo in someone’s hand

Explanation

Potential energy is stored energy due to an object's position or condition. A yo-yo held in someone's hand can have gravitational potential energy because it is raised above the ground. The swimmer, driving car, and flying arrow are moving, so they are examples of kinetic energy.

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