Work in Physics

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Which of the following statements about work in physics is correct?

Work is the energy transferred to an object via the application of force along the displacement.

When does a force do positive work?

When the force is applied in the same direction as the displacement.

When does a force do negative work?

When the force is applied in the opposite direction of the displacement.

What is the work done by the gravitational force on a ball as it falls?

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What is the work done by the gravitational force on a ball thrown upwards?

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