Final answer:
To find the distance the apple is lifted, we can use the formula for work done and rearrange it to solve for distance. By calculating the force applied using the mass of the apple and acceleration due to gravity, we can then substitute this value into the formula to find the distance.
Step-by-step explanation:
In this problem, we are given that 2 J of work is done in raising a 0.18 kg apple, and we are asked to find the distance it is lifted.
The formula for work done is W = F * d, where W is the work done, F is the force applied, and d is the distance moved.
Since we are given the work done, we can rearrange the formula to solve for distance:
d = W / F
First, let's calculate the force applied using the formula F = W / (m * g), where m is the mass of the apple and g is the acceleration due to gravity. Plugging in the values, we get:
F = 2 J / (0.18 kg * 9.8 m/s²)
Solving this expression gives us the force applied. Now we can substitute this value into the formula for distance to find the answer.
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