A body of mass 4 kg is raised from height 2 m to 8 m. Increase in potential energy (g=10) is MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A body of mass 4 kg is raised from height 2 m to 8 m. Increase in potential energy (g=10) is
A. 80 J
B. 240 J
C. 320 J
D. 400 J
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
ΔPE = mgΔh = 4×10×(8-2) = 4×10×6 = 240 J.

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