An object is projected vertically upwards and moves towards its maximum height. Neglecting air resistance, what happens to the gravitational potential energy and to the kinetic energy of the object as it rises?
Gravitational potential energy decreases, kinetic energy decreases
Gravitational potential energy decreases, kinetic energy increases
Gravitational potential energy increases, kinetic energy decreases
Gravitational potential energy increases, kinetic energy increases
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