What is the relationship between temperature and the average kinetic energy of particles (Internal energy)

The correct answer is Higher temperature means higher average kinetic energy.

Method lens: First identify the measured quantity, then match the equation or particle idea to the command word. This question asks: What is the relationship between temperature and the average kinetic energy of particles (Internal energy). The correct response is Higher temperature means higher average kinetic energy, because internal energy combines particle kinetic and potential energy. In Internal energy, the marking point should connect directly to describe how changing particle arrangement can change the potential energy of particles. If the question includes values, the working must keep the appropriate unit and operation; if it is an explanation, it must name the relevant particle behaviour or energy change. This item belongs to Internal energy and energy transfers, so avoid answers that switch to a different quantity, confuse heat with temperature, or describe gas pressure without collisions when collisions are the reason. Checkpoint 236 is distinct because it uses this exact question context and the method lens rather than a generic particle-model sentence.