The energy used by a horse to pull cart is called

potential energy

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Sound energy

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Muscular energy

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Solution

The correct option is C
Muscular energy

Correct answer is (C): Muscular energy
Explanation for correct answer:
(C) Muscular energy: Energy produced and used by living organisms is called Muscular energy
The same is used by Horse to pull carts
Explanation for incorrect answer:
(A) potential energy: -the energy stored in an object by virtue of its position or change in shape
(B) Sound energy: -energy possessed by vibrating bodies that cause sensation of hearing

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