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Section 2

Work Done by a Constant Force

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Force in the Direction of Displacement

The work done by a constant force is proportional to the force applied times the displacement of the object.

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Force at an Angle to Displacement

A force does not have to, and rarely does, act on an object parallel to the direction of motion.

Negative Work and Total Work

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