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

Gravitational potential energy and kinetic energy — practice question

At the surface of a planet, $30\,\text{J}$ of work is done against gravity in lifting a mass of $1.0\,\text{kg}$ by a height of $10\,\text{m}$. How much work is needed to lift a mass of $4.0\,\text{kg}$ by a height of $5.0\,\text{m}$ on this planet?

  • A$15\,\text{J}$
  • B$60\,\text{J}$
  • C$120\,\text{J}$
  • D$200\,\text{J}$

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