A Force on an Object Is Given by F(x)=

question 51

Multiple Choice

A force on an object is given by F(x) = ( -4.00 N/m) x + ( 2.00 N/m³) x³.What is the change in potential energy in moving from x = 1.00 m to x = 2.00 m?

• A)10.0 J
• B)-1.50 J
• C)-10.0 J
• D)1.50 J
• E)12.0 J

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