NEET Physics · Hard

Work, Energy & Power: Gravitational PE MCQ

Solve this quality-checked NEET multiple-choice question, then review the correct answer and explanation.

Timer-based practiceDetailed answer reviewMobile-friendly flow
Gravitational PEHardQuestion 6049

Question

PE at height h₁ = E₁ and at h₂ = E₂ (same mass). Ratio E₁/E₂:
  1. A
    h₁/h₂
    Correct
  2. B
    h₂/h₁
  3. C
    (h₁/h₂)²
  4. D
    h₁h₂

Correct answer

h₁/h₂

Explanation

E = mgh. E₁/E₂ = h₁/h₂.