At which point for a projectile its kinetic energy is completely converted into potential energy?
Correct answer: D. Not possible
- A. At point of projection
- B. At the highest point
- C. Point to hit the ground
- D. Not possible
Explanation
For a projectile with nonzero horizontal velocity, total kinetic energy never becomes zero because horizontal K.E persists. Thus kinetic energy cannot be completely converted to potential energy at any point (ignoring air resistance).
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