An object of mass m is held at a vertical height h from ground level. It is then released and falls under the influence of gravity. Which of the following statements is true in this situation?

a. The total energy of the object isdecreasing.
b. The kinetic energy ofthe object is decreasing.
c. The total energy of theobject is increasing.
d. The potential energy ofthe object is decreasing.
e. The kinetic energy ofthe object is increasing.