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How much work would it take to swing a 6kg sledgehammer over a distance of 2m if 100n of force is applied?

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Answer:

200J

Step-by-step explanation:

Given parameters:

Mass of sledgehammer = 6kg

Distance = 2m

Force applied = 100N

Unknown:

Work done = ?

Solution:

Workdone is the force applied to move a body through a certain distance;

Work done = Force x distance

Work done = 100 x 2 = 200J

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