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A-LevelPhysicsWork, energy and power9702/12 · May/June 2020 · Q151 Mark

In which situation is work done on an object?

AThe object slides with a constant velocity along a horizontal frictionless surface in a vacuum.
Bperson holds the object at arm's length and at a fixed height above the ground.
Cperson pushes the object up a frictionless ramp.
DThe stationary object floats partially submerged in water.

✓ Correct answer

C: person pushes the object up a frictionless ramp.

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Work, energy and power, A-Level Physics (syllabus 9702). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
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A-Level Physics, May/June 2020 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 15.

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