Question

Which is an example of kinetic kinetic energy?

A. The energy stored in sugar
B. An apple hanging from a tree
C. A compressed spring
D. A skateboard rolling across the street

Answer 1

D

Step-by-step explanation:

kinetic energy is motion energy, all other choices are forms of potential energy since they are not moving.

Answer 2

D

Step-by-step explanation:

A: Chemical. The sugar holds all sorts of energy once its bonds are broken

B: Potential: Kinetic energy requires motion. Nothing moves here.

C: Same answer as B

D: This is your answer. The skateboard is moving.