Question

what happens to the potential energy of the ball as you increase the height from which it is dropped?

the potential energy stays the same

the potential energy decreases

the potential energy increases

the ball has no potential energy at any height

Explanation:

The formula for gravitational potential energy is \(U = mgh\) (where \(m\) is mass, \(g\) is acceleration due to gravity, and \(h\) is height). When the height \(h\) increases (assuming mass \(m\) and \(g\) remain constant), the value of \(U\) (potential energy) will increase as per the direct - proportional relationship in the formula.

Answer:

The potential energy increases.