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As an object is moved farther away from the Earth's surface, its gravitational potential energy relative to the surface:

1. Increases
2. Decreases
3. Remains zero
4. First increases then decreases

Correct answer: Increases

Solution

Gravitational potential energy increases as an object is moved farther from the Earth's surface. This is because work is done against gravity to raise the object.

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