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When work is done on a body :


A

it gains energy

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B

it looses energy

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C

its energy remains constant

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D

none of these

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Solution

The correct option is A

it gains energy


Explanation for correct answer:

  1. Body gains energy when work is done on the body.
  2. This energy is stored in the form of either potential or kinetic energy.
  3. Potential energy-The energy stored in the body by the virtue of its position.
  4. Kinetic energy-The energy stored in the body by the virtue of its motion.

Thus, When work is done on a body then it gains energy. Hence, option a is correct.


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