Energy graphs of moving block · BPhO 2008 #6

Physics · mechanics

Problem

The graph below represents the kinetic energy, gravitational potential energy, and total energy of a moving block [Figure: Graph showing Energy vs Distance moved with three lines - Kinetic Energy (decreasing), Gravitational potential energy (increasing), and Total energy (horizontal constant line)] Which best describes the motion of the block? A. Sliding down an incline with constant friction B. Falling at a constant velocity C. Accelerating on a flat horizontal surface D. Falling freely under gravity

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