STANDARDPhysics-Work, Energy and Power
STANDARD Physics Potential Energy MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-numerical-Medium-Class 11
A ball bounces to 80% of its original height. What fraction of its potential energy is lost in each bounce?
A
0.20
B
0.60
C
0.40
D
1
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Let the ball is dropped from height h. Initial potential energy = mgh. Potential energy after first bounce = mg × 80% of h = 0.80 mgh. Potential energy lost in each bounce = 0.20 mgh. Fraction of potential energy lost in each bounce = 0.20 mgh / mgh = 0.20.
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