What is the Gravitational Potential Energy of a 5 kg block resting 10m above the ground?

Rich Ehmer asked Aug 21, 2023

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Answer:

490 J

Step-by-step explanation:

GPE = mgh = (5.0 kg)(9.8 m/s²)(10 m) = 490 J

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