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Work-Energy Theorem

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When an object is lifted from the surface of the Earth, some force is applied and the stored energy is Potential Energy. Also, we know that PE = mgh.
Therefore, is it true that the force that is applied to lift that object SHOULDBE greater than mgh?
P.S. If Force
Also, if Force=mgh, they both cancel out each other and hence, the object remains stationary.

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Potential Energy is given by mgh. While the force required to do the work in lifting the body is F = mg.

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