How does the total energy of a body falling freely toward the earth change?

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How does the total energy of a body falling freely toward the earth change? — Exam MCQ

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A. It does not change. — Neglecting air resistance, potential energy becomes kinetic energy while total mechanical energy stays constant.

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B. It decreases initially and then increases.

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C. It increases.

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D. It decreases.