Practice mode Work and Energy

A porter carries a box on his head and walks along a level road at constant velocity. How much work does he do on the box against gravity?

Correct answer C. Zero

Explanation

The supporting force is vertical while the displacement is horizontal, so θ = 90° and W = Fd cos 90° = 0. The box's height does not change.

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