A student is investigating the transfer of energy between potential and kinetic. The student observes a roller coaster at four locations on the track and creates a graph based on her observations. What conclusion can be made based on the graph?
a Kinetic energy is created during a roller coaster ride.
b Potential energy is destroyed during a roller coaster ride.
c Kinetic and potential energy change, but total energy stays the same.
d Potential energy is increased, but kinetic energy stays the same. English Support PowerSchool Community PRIVACY POLICY Terms of Use Sc
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Based on the graph, the conclusion that can be made is: c) Kinetic and potential energy change, but total energy stays the same.