Which one of the following statements for the work done by gravity on a body is NOT correct ?
- A. Work done is independent of the path followed by the body
- B. Work done depends only on the vertical distance separating the initial and the final position of the body
- C. Work done depends on the path followed by the body ✓
- D. Work done is zero if the body is displaced horizontally to the force of gravity
Correct Answer: C. Work done depends on the path followed by the body
Explanation
Gravity is a conservative force, meaning the work done by it is independent of the path taken and depends only on the initial and final positions.
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