Can any object have mechanical

Question:

Can any object have mechanical energy even if its momentum is zero? Explain.

Solution:

Yes. Mechanical energy $=$ K.E. $+$ P.E. $=\frac{p^{2}}{2 m}+$ P.E.

When, momentum $(p)=0$

Mechanical energy $=$ P.E.

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