Which one among the following statements is correct? | UPSC CAPF 2026 Q No 117

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Which one among the following statements is correct?

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  1. The total mechanical energy of a system is conserved if the forces, doing work on it, are conservative.
  2. The total mechanical energy of a system is conserved if the forces, doing work on it, are nonconservative.
  3. The total mechanical energy of a system remains constant.
  4. Every force encountered in mechanics does have an associated well-defined potential energy.
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Accepted Answer: (A) The total mechanical energy of a system is conserved if the forces, doing work on it, are conservative.

Topic Covered: Physics

Key Concept: Mechanics, electricity, waves and thermodynamics

The correct option follows from the governing physical law or definition. “The total mechanical energy of a system is conserved if the forces, doing work on it, are conservative.” is consistent with the required relationship between the quantities or phenomenon described.

The key is to apply the central fact, formula, definition or relationship tested in the question and then eliminate alternatives that do not satisfy it.

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