To determine which object has the least amount of kinetic energy, we typically need to analyze the velocities and masses of the objects in the figure. The kinetic energy (KE) of an object is calculated using the formula:
\[ KE = \frac{1}{2} mv^2 \]
where \( m \) is the mass of the object and \( v \) is its velocity.
Without the specific details of the figure, you can follow these general steps to identify the object with the least kinetic energy:
- Look at the velocities: An object at rest (velocity = 0) has zero kinetic energy, while higher velocities contribute to higher kinetic energy.
- Consider the masses: Even if two objects have the same velocity, the one with the smaller mass will have less kinetic energy.
- Calculate the kinetic energy (if needed) using the formula above for each object, then compare the values.
If you provide more specifics about the objects in your question, I can offer a more precise answer!