Answer:
Explanation:
Assuming that both pathways are simple path without any obstacles. And let say that the friction force is negligible.
Since the upward distance are the same, the amount energy converted into potential energy should be the same. This is because the gain in potential energy is dependent on mass, gravitational force and height difference.
In this question, the height difference are the same regardless of pathways.
Therefore, the amount of work done = the amount of energy converted into potential energy
W = mgh
W= F x distance
F = W / distance
Since the height difference is the same (i.e vertical distance is equal), the Force will be equal too
