162k views
3 votes
What type of energy does the skater have when placed on the ramp at the 2-meter mark?

potential energy


kinetic energy

1 Answer

11 votes

Answer: Potential Energy

Step-by-step explanation:

Kinetic energy is the energy obtained due to motion. Potential energy is the "stored" energy when inside of a field. In this case, the displacement of the skater from the ground is producing a gravitational potential energy.

User Kyle Falconer
by
7.8k points