Answer:
This question is incomplete, the gravitational potential energy is 2.65 x 10^5 J
mass of the boulder = 866.7g
Explanation:
Potential energy (P.E) refers to the energy due to the position of a body. It can be calculated as follows:
P.E = m × g × h
Where;
m = mass of substance (g)
g = acceleration due to gravity (m/s²)
h = height (m)
According to the information provided in this question,
h = 31.2 m
g = 9.8m/s²
m = ?
P.E = 2.65 x 10^5 J
Using P.E = m × g × h
2.65 x 10^5 = m × 9.8 × 31.2
2.65 x 10^5 = 305.76m
265000 = 305.76m
m = 265000 ÷ 305.76
m = 866.69
mass of the boulder = 866.7g
