Practicing Success
A force F acting on an object varies with distance x as shown here. The force is in N and x in m. The work done by the force in moving the object from x = 0 to x = 6 m : |
18.0 J 13.5 J 4.5 J 9.0 J |
13.5 J |
W = area under curve Area = = (3× 3) + (1/2)(3)(3) = 13.5 J |