Physics MCQS - QUESTION DETAILS

According to Classical Mechanics, what is the equation for calculating gravitational potential energy near the surface of the Earth?
A. PE = mgh
B. PE = 1/2 kx^2
C. PE = -GmM/r
D. PE = Fd

Gravitational Potential Energy near Earth's surface is calculated using PE = mgh, selecting option A.

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