A Single Conservative Force F_x = (6

question 16

Multiple Choice

A single conservative force F_x = (6.0x − 12) N (x is in m) acts on a particle moving along the x axis. The potential energy associated with this force is assigned a value of +20 J at x = 0. What is the potential energy at x = 3.0 m?

• A) +11 J
• B) +29 J
• C) +9.0 J
• D) −9.0 J
• E) +20 J

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