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

Gravitational potential energy and kinetic energy — practice question

A trolley travelling along a rail carries a hanging weight $W$. As the trolley shifts horizontally by a distance $p$, it at the same time lifts the weight upward by a height $q$. Consequently, the weight travels a distance $r$ from X to Y. It is at rest at the beginning and also at the end. What amount of work is done on the weight in this process?

  • A$Wp$
  • B$W(p + q)$
  • C$Wq$
  • D$Wr$

Worked solution & mark scheme

This 1-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme.

  • Full mark scheme, point by point
  • Step-by-step worked solution
  • Write your answer & get it marked instantly by AI