The work W done by a constant force F in moving an object from a point A in spac

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2021-09-26

The work W done by a constant force F in moving an object from a point A in space to a point B in space is defined as W=FAB. Find the work done by a force of 3 newtons acting in the direction 2i+j+2k in moving an object 2 meters from (0,0,0) to (0,2,0).

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SkladanH

SkladanH

Skilled2021-09-27Added 80 answers

Step 1
First we find F, which can be obtained by multiplying its magnitude with the unit vector of the direction it's acting upon.
F=32,1,22,1,2=32,1,222+12+22=32,1,23=2,1,2
Step 2
Next we find AB, which can be obtained by subtracting the from" coordinates from the to" coordinates.
AB=(0,2,0)(0,0,0)=0,2,0
Step 3
Finally we can use the given formula W=FAB to find the work done.
W=2,1,20,2,0=0+2+0=2 joules

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