Question

The stone in the accompanying figure can be carried from the bottom to the top of a cliff by various paths. Which path requires more work?

Answer 1

The choice of path should make no difference. The work should depend only on the end points and not on the route between them. But just to make sure, could we please have a look at the accompanying figure ?

Answer 2

Answer:

The work is the same for both paths - Gradpoint

Explanation:

The work done by a conservative force is independent of the path taken.