Physics · WORK, ENERGY AND POWER

Given below are two statements: Statement I: The concept of potential energy can be validly defined for any arbitrary force, including frictional and viscous forces. Statement II: Gravitational potential energy \( V(h) \) of a body near the Earth's surface satisfies the relation \( F = -\frac{dV}{dh} \), where \( F \) is the gravitational force. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

1. A
   Both Statement I and Statement II are correct.
2. B
   Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect.
3. C
   Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect.
4. D
   Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct.