A Graph of the Force on an Object as a Function

question 278

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 an object that moves from x = 1.0 m to x = 6.0 m. (Assume an accuracy of 2 significant figures for the numbers on the graph.)

• A) 26 J
• B) 29 J
• C) 22 J
• D) 35 J
• E) 27 J

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