Question

Once a zero potential energy reference state is chosen, the changes in potential energy for a given initial and final states

• A. Are same
• B. Are different
• C. Depend strictly on the choice of the zero of potential energy
• D. Become indeterminate

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Are same

Potential energy is relative but the difference in potential energy is absolute. i.e., Potential energy depends on the reference state but the change in potential energy will be same for all the reference states.