The Same Constant Force Is Used to Accelerate Two Carts $\sqrt { 2 }$

question 63

Multiple Choice

The same constant force is used to accelerate two carts of the same mass,initially at rest,on horizontal frictionless tracks.The force is applied to cart A for twice as long a time as it is applied to cart B.The work the force does on A is W_A;that on B is W_B.Which statement is correct?

• A)W_A = W_B.
• B)W_A = \(\sqrt { 2 }\) W_B.
• C)W_A = 2 W_B.
• D)W_A = 4 W_B.
• E)W_B = 2 W_A.

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