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Does the bowling ball have more potential energy or kinetic energy just before it hits the ground? Why?

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Answer:

Equal

Step-by-step explanation:

When the bowling ball is first dropped, it has a maximum potential energy but minimum kinetic energy. The height is max, so the potential energy will be greatest. Velocity is 0, so kinetic energy will be 0.

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