Question

Which statement explains how it is possible to carry books to school without changing the kinetic or potential energy of the books or doing any work?
a. by moving the book without acceleration and keeping the height of the book constant
b. by moving the book with acceleration and keeping the height of the book constant
c. by moving the book without acceleration and changing the height of the book
d. by moving the book with acceleration and changing the height of the book

Answer 1

Answer:

a. by moving the book without acceleration and keeping the height of the book constant

Explanation:

FOR CONSTANT KINETIC ENERGY:

The kinetic energy of a body depends upon its speed according to its formula:

ΔK.E = (1/2)mΔv²

So, for Δv = 0 m/s

ΔK.E = 0 J

So, for keeping kinetic energy constant, the books must be moved at constant speed without acceleration.

FOR CONSTANT POTENTIAL ENERGY:

The potential energy of a body depends upon its height according to its formula:

ΔP.E = mgΔh

So, for Δh = 0 m/s

ΔP.E = 0 J

So, for keeping potential energy constant, the books must be moved at constant height.

So, the correct option is:

a. by moving the book without acceleration and keeping the height of the book constant