Here's a problem to solve: Which statement best describes the energy changes that occur while a child is riding on a sled down a steep, snow-covered hill?

Among the 4 following options, which is the correct answer?

- A: Kinetic energy decreases and potential energy increases.
 
- B: Kinetic energy increases and potential energy decreases.
 
- C: Both potential energy and kinetic energy decrease.
 
- D: Both potential energy and kinetic energy increase.
 