Define conservative forces. What are the properties of conservative forces?

  • A
    Forces that depend on the path taken.
  • B
    Forces for which the work done is independent of the path taken.
  • C
    Forces that always dissipate energy as heat.
  • D
    Forces that act only on stationary objects.

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