Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Gravitational potential energy and kinetic energy

Gravitational potential energy and kinetic energy — practice question

A bead starts from rest at point $P$ and moves along a wire, as shown. The track bends round to form a vertical circle with diameter $40\,\text{cm}$. At point $Q$, the bead’s speed is $1.4\,\text{m s}^{-1}$. Air resistance and friction on the wire are negligible. What is the height $h$ from which the bead is released?

  • A$0.30\,\text{m}$
  • B$0.40\,\text{m}$
  • C$0.50\,\text{m}$
  • D$0.60\,\text{m}$

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