A 10 N force is applied to move an object 3 m. What is the work done if the force is applied at an angle of 60 degrees to the direction of motion?

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A 10 N force is applied to move an object 3 m. What is the work done if the force is applied at an angle of 60 degrees to the direction of motion?
  1. 15 J
  2. 30 J
  3. 25 J
  4. 20 J

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Q: A 10 N force is applied to move an object 3 m. What is the work done if the force is applied at an angle of 60 degrees to the direction of motion?
Solution: Work done = Force × Distance × cos(θ) = 10 N × 3 m × cos(60°) = 10 N × 3 m × 0.5 = 15 J
Steps: 8

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