A Graph of the Force on an Object as a Function

question 59

Multiple Choice

A graph of the force on an object as a function of its position is shown in the figure.Determine the amount of work done by this force on the object during a displacement from x = -2.00 m to x = 2.00 m.(Assume an accuracy of 3 significant figures for the numbers
On the graph.)

• A)-12.0 J
• B)-3.00 J
• C)-1.00 J
• D)12.0 J
• E)3.00 J

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