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Q. For a freely falling body, the sum of kinetic energy and potential energy is always

  • (A) Zero
  • (B) Unity
  • (C) Same
  • (D) Variable
  • Correct Answer - Option(C)
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Explanation by: Admin
The sum total of the potential energy and the kinetic energy of the object during its free fall remains the same, i.e., the total mechanical energy (potential energy + kinetic energy) remains constant. Thus, the law of conservation of energy is not violated.

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