Physics for Scientists and Engineers: A Strategic Approach with Modern Physics (3rd Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0321740904
ISBN 13: 978-0-32174-090-8

Chapter 11 - Work - Conceptual Questions - Page 302: 7

Answer

The work done on the block by the person's force is equal to the increase in potential energy. In both cases, the increase in potential energy is $mgh$. Therefore, the work done by the person's force is the same in both cases.

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The work done on the block by the person's force is equal to the increase in potential energy. In both cases, the increase in potential energy is $mgh$. Therefore, the work done by the person's force is the same in both cases.
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