Question

What happens when a tennis racket hits a ball? (1 point)

• Kinetic energy is transferred from the ball to the racket.

• Kinetic energy is transferred from the racket to the ball.

• Kinetic energy is created.

• Potential energy in the racket is transferred to the ball.

Answer 1

When a tennis racket hits a ball, the correct option is:

• Kinetic energy is transferred from the racket to the ball.

When the racket strikes the ball, the kinetic energy of the moving racket is transferred to the ball, causing it to accelerate and change direction.