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The purpose of the coaster's initial ascent is to build up a sort of reservoir of potential energy. The concept of potential energy is often referred to as energy of position.

The word "reservoir" in the selection above tells the reader that ____.

A
the initial ascent of the coaster has used up all of the potential energy
B
the initial ascent of the coaster is not as important as the other ascents on the ride
C
the initial ascent of the coaster has created a supply of potential energy
D
the initial ascent of the coaster works best when it is near a large body of water

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The word "reservoir" in the selection above tells the reader that the initial ascent of the coaster has created a supply of potential energy. Therefore, the correct answer is C.

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