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Mechanical Work Done

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Mechanical Work

The work done by a force is equal to the energy transferred to the object.

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Work done

  • More work is done if you:
    • push with the same force for a longer distance.
    • or push with a larger force for the same distance.
  • Work done = force x distance (moved along the line of action of the force).

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