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Question
Which of the following is an example of a conservative force?
Correct Answer
Option C is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
A conservative force is one for which the work done is independent of the path taken and depends only on the initial and final positions. Work done by a conservative force is reversible and can be stored as potential energy. Gravitational force and spring force are classic examples.
Hint
Forces for which potential energy can be defined, and energy is not dissipated as heat, are conservative.