Physics-Potential Energy
NEET Physics Potential Energy MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-fact-Medium-Class 11
What does the negative sign in the gravitational force indicate about its direction?
A
It acts downward.
B
It acts upward.
C
It has no direction.
D
It acts horizontally.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The negative sign indicates that the gravitational force is downward, as stated in the context regarding potential energy and work done by gravitational force.
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