Question

which factors does an objects potential energy depend on? (1 point)
the objects mass and height, and acceleration due to gravity
the objects mass, height, and kinetic energy
the objects mass and height
the objects mass and velocity

Explanation:

The formula for gravitational potential energy is \(U = mgh\), where \(m\) is mass, \(g\) is acceleration due to gravity, and \(h\) is height. Kinetic energy (\(K=\frac{1}{2}mv^{2}\)) is a different form of energy. Velocity (\(v\)) is related to kinetic energy, not potential energy. So potential energy depends on mass (\(m\)), height (\(h\)), and acceleration due to gravity (\(g\)).

Answer:

the object’s mass and height, and acceleration due to gravity