Question

Tim, with mass 53.5 kg, climbs a gymnasium
rope a distance of 4.7 m.
The acceleration of gravity is 9.8 m/s2 .
How much potential energy does Tim gain?
Answer in units of J

Answer 1

Potential energy = mgh

= 53.5 x 9.8 x 4.7

= 2464.21 Joules