A Particle Moves 5 M in the Positive X Direction

question 25

Multiple Choice

A particle moves 5 m in the positive x direction while being acted upon by a constant force The work done on the particle by this force is:

• A) 20 J
• B) 10 J
• C) -20 J
• D) 30 J
• E) is impossible to calculate without knowing other forces

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