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What is the unit of work done when a force moves an object?

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MCQ

Type

practice

Style

Topic

Work done and energy transfer

Question

  1. A. Newton
  2. B. Joule
  3. C. Watt
  4. D. Pascal

Answer

Joule

Explanation

Work done is measured in joules, which is defined as the energy transferred when a force of one newton moves an object one meter.

Common mistake

Misunderstanding Energy Transfer

Students often confuse the concept of energy transfer with the total energy involved in braking, failing to recognize that braking forces specifically transfer energy from the vehicle's kinetic energy store.

To fix this, students should focus on the role of braking forces in reducing kinetic energy and understand that energy is transferred to thermal stores during braking.

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