A ball rolls down a hill without any friction and reaches the bottom. Which of the following statements best describes how energy is converted in the motion of the ball?

Subject: General Awareness | Topic: Science | Difficulty: MEDIUM

Options

1. (A) As the ball rolls, its total energy increases
2. (B) As the ball moves down, its kinetic energy decreases
3. (C) As the ball moves, both potential and kinetic energy increase
4. (D) The potential energy of the ball decreases, while its kinetic energy increases

Verified Answer

Option (D): The potential energy of the ball decreases, while its kinetic energy increases

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