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Question
The work done on an object does not depend on ______.
Options
displacement
applied force
initial velocity of the object
the angle between force and displacement.
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Solution
The work done on an object does not depend on the initial velocity of the object.
Explanation:
W = Fs cosθ
According to the formula of work, we come to know that the work done on an object does not depend on the initial velocity of the object.
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