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What is the formula for calculating the work done by a force?

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Force, energy and momentum

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What is the formula for calculating the work done by a force?.

  1. A.W = F x d
  2. B.W = F / d
  3. C.W = F + d
  4. D.W = F - d

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  • W = F x d

Explanation

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The correct formula for work done (W) is W = F x d, where F is the force applied and d is the distance moved in the direction of the force. This relationship shows how work is calculated as the product of force and distance.

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