Two paths lead to the top of a big hill. One is steep and direct, while the other is twice as long but less steep. How much more potential energy would you gain if you take the longer path?
a) the same
b) twice as much
c) four times as much
d) half as much
e) you gain no PE in either case
Ans: a) the same
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