Students are investigating energy transfer in the laboratory. The students use rubber bands and rulers for their investigation. They attach a rubber band to each ruler, pull the band back, and allow the band to launch from the ruler. The diagram shows their set up. The results of their investigation are shown. Which statement best describes the results of their investigation?

Question

The more potential energy the band has, the more kinetic energy is transferred, and the farther the band travels.

The less potential energy the band has, the more kinetic energy is transferred, and the farther the band travels.

The more kinetic energy the band has, the more potential energy is transferred, and the farther the band travels.

The less kinetic energy the band has, the more potential energy is transferred, and the farther the band travels.

Answer 1

The statement that best describes the results of their investigation is:

The more potential energy the band has, the more kinetic energy is transferred, and the farther the band travels.

This is because when the rubber band is stretched, it stores potential energy. When released, this potential energy is converted into kinetic energy, which propels the band, allowing it to travel further.