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Question
For the following scenario, state whether the work done by gravity is positive, negative, or zero.
A person walks on a levelled road.
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Solution
Zero work is done.
Explanation:
When a person walks on a levelled, no work is done against the force of gravity, as the displacement of the person is normal to the direction of the force of gravity, which is vertically downwards.
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