JAMB Physics 2012 Question 11

Question 11

Work, Energy and Power

From the diagram above, calculate the work done when the particle moves from x = 0m to x = 80m

Diagram for this question
  1. A.1200J
  2. B.2400J
  3. C.6000J
  4. D.7000J.
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Answer: B (2400J)

Explanation

Work done is the area under the force–distance graph. From x = 0 to 80 m it is a triangle of base 80 m and height 60 N: ½ × 80 × 60 = 2400 J.