Answer :
The sum of the kinetic and potential energies of a system of objects is conserved only when no external force acts on the objects.
Conservation of mechanical energy
The principle of conservation of mechanical energy states that the total mechanical energy of an isolated system (absence of external force) is always constant.
M.A = P.E + K.E
where;
P.E is potential energy
K.E is kinetic energy
Thus, the sum of the kinetic and potential energies of a system of objects is conserved only when no external force acts on the objects.
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