Question

what conclusion can you draw from this evidence?
a the ball has more kinetic energy when it is farther from the ground.
b the ball has more gravitational force because of the kicker.
c the ball has more kinetic energy when it is closer to the ground.
d the ball transfers its energy to the air around it as it goes up.

Explanation:

Kinetic energy is related to the motion of an object and its speed. Gravitational potential energy is related to height. As a ball falls closer to the ground, its height decreases and its speed increases, meaning more kinetic energy. Option A is incorrect as farther from the ground it has more potential energy. Option B is wrong because the gravitational force on the ball is mainly due to the Earth's mass and not the kicker. Option D is incorrect as there is no indication of significant energy - transfer to air as it goes up.

Answer:

C. The ball has more kinetic energy when it is closer to the ground.