5 Questions
In the example of a ball being held above the ground and then dropped, what type of work is done by the gravitational force as it falls?
Positive work
If the ball is thrown upwards, what type of work is done by the gravitational force?
Negative work
When does a force do positive work?
When it has a component in the direction of the displacement at the point of application
When does a force do negative work?
When it has a component opposite to the direction of the displacement at the point of application
What is the simplest form of work for a constant force aligned with the direction of motion?
The product of the force strength and the distance traveled
Test your understanding of work in physics with this quiz. Explore the relationship between force, displacement, and energy transfer, and learn to calculate work done by a force. Ideal for physics students and enthusiasts.
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