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How much potential energy does a 50-N box have when lifted at a height of 1.5M?

A. 75J
B. 33.3J
C. 50N
D. 0.03J
E 37.5J

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The correct answer is: Option (A) 75 J

Step-by-step explanation:

First, be careful with the units here. As you can see it is mentioned that there is a 50N box. It means that the weight (mg) of the box is given as the unit is Newton, not its mass (which is in kg).

As,

Potential-energy = mass * acceleration-due-to-gravity * height

PE = m*g*h --- (A)


In equation (A), mg is actually the weight of the box, which is given.

mg = 50N

h = height = 1.5m

Plug the values in equation (A):

PE = 50 * 1.5 = 75 J (Option A)

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