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A particle of mass m is projected vertically upwards from point Δ on the ground. The ratio of potential energy at point A and potential energy at B is

A
1:3
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2:3
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C
3:2
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D
3:1
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Solution

The correct option is D 3:1
Let, PEA = Potential Energy at A
PEB = Potential Energy at B

PEA=mgH ...(i)
PEB=mg(H3) ...(ii)
Dividing both the equation (i) and (ii)
PEAPEB=mgHmg(H3)=3

Hence option D is the correct answer

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