A helicopter of mass 1250 kg is cruising at a speed of 25 m/s at an altitude of 185 m. What is the total mechanical energy of the helicopter?

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A helicopter of mass 1250 kg is cruising at a speed of 25 m/s at an altitude of 185 m. What is the total
mechanical energy of the helicopter?
A 3.91 × 105 N
B
2.66 × 106 N
2.27 × 106 N
6.18 × 105 N
Transcribed Image Text:A helicopter of mass 1250 kg is cruising at a speed of 25 m/s at an altitude of 185 m. What is the total mechanical energy of the helicopter? A 3.91 × 105 N B 2.66 × 106 N 2.27 × 106 N 6.18 × 105 N
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