Physics

Physics

Problem

Two students want to calculate the change in gravitational potential energy of a 1.0 kg rock lifted 80 m straight up. Student A multiplies the rock’s mass by 9.80 m/s² and by 80 m. Student B proposes using the universal gravitation expression that accounts for the change in distance from Earth’s center. Which student’s approach is more appropriate for this situation, and why?

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