if the total work done on an object is positive, a its kinetic energy will increase b its potential energy will increase c its kinetic energy will decrease d its potential energy will decrease
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If the total work done on an object is positive, it means that energy has been added to the object. This added energy can increase the object's kinetic energy, potential energy, or both, depending on Show more…
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