Which of the following does not have kinetic energy?
The drawn bow does not have kinetic energy. Kinetic energy is the energy possessed by an object due to its motion. While the other options involve objects in motion—fired bullet, flowing water, and moving hammer—the drawn bow is not in motion until it is released.
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The drawn bow does not possess kinetic energy; option [D]. Kinetic energy refers to the energy an object possesses due to its motion. A fired bullet, flowing water, and a moving hammer all exhibit kinetic energy because they are in motion. However, a drawn bow, while potentially storing potential energy due to its tension, lacks kinetic energy until it is released. At the point of release, the potential energy stored in the drawn bow is converted into kinetic energy as the arrow is propelled forward. Prior to release, the bow itself is not in motion and therefore does not possess kinetic energy. Instead, it stores potential energy, which is transformed into kinetic energy upon release, propelling the arrow forward with force derived from the tension stored in the bowstring.