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

  • Work is the product of the force applied and the distance traveled. (correct)
  • Work is the displacement of an object divided by the force applied.
  • Work is the force applied to an object divided by the distance traveled.
  • Work is the energy transferred to an object via the application of force.

    • What type of work is done when a ball is held above the ground and then dropped?

  • Work cannot be determined
  • Negative work
  • No work is done
  • Positive work (correct)

    • When a ball is thrown upwards, what type of work is done by the gravitational force?

  • Negative work (correct)
  • No work is done
  • Positive work
  • Work cannot be determined

    • What is the equation for calculating work when a constant force is applied in the direction of motion?

    <p>$W = F \cdot d$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the work done by a force if the force and displacement are perpendicular to each other?

    <p>The work is zero</p> Signup and view all the answers

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