Question

An object is in stable equilibrium. If it is slightly displaced, what happens to its potential energy?

Options

• It remains constant, and the object stays in the new position

• It becomes zero, and the object stops moving

• It increases, and the object returns to its original position

• It decreases, and the object moves further away

Answer 1

It increases, and the object returns to its original position

Explanation:

For stable equilibrium, potential energy is minimum. If displaced, it increases, and the body returns to its lowest energy position.