How does potential energy change when an object is lifted higher?

When an object is lifted to a higher position, its potential energy increases due to the work done against the force of gravity. Potential energy is defined as the energy stored in an object as a result of its position in a gravitational field. The gravitational potential energy can be calculated using the formula:

Potential Energy = mass × gravitational acceleration × height.

As the height of the object increases (while its mass remains constant), the value of height in the equation increases, leading to a greater overall potential energy. This means that the higher an object is elevated, the more potential energy it acquires. Hence, lifting an object higher directly correlates with an increase in its stored energy in relation to its position above the ground.