Multiple choice

What will be the mechanical energy of an object, if it has momentum equal to zero?

  1. Zero

  2. Equal to its kinetic energy

  3. Equal to its potential energy

  4. greater than potential energy.

  5. None of these

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Yes, it is correct. Momentum is zero which means velocity is zero. Hence, there is no kinetic energy but the object may possess potential energy.