Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Energy conservation

Energy conservation — practice question

A cyclist moves up a hill at a steady speed. The frictional force opposing the cyclist’s motion is $8.0\,\text{N}$. The cyclist uses $450\,\text{J}$ of energy to cover a distance of $20\,\text{m}$. What is the increase in the cyclist’s gravitational potential energy?

  • A$160\,\text{J}$
  • B$290\,\text{J}$
  • C$440\,\text{J}$
  • D$610\,\text{J}$

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