Question:

A body of mass \( 0.2\,\text{kg} \) travels along a straight line with velocity \( v = (2x^2 + 2)\,\text{m s}^{-1} \). The net work done by the driving force during its displacement from \( x = 0 \) to \( x = 2 \,\text{m} \) is

Show Hint

Always use kinetic energy change for work in variable velocity problems.
Updated On: Apr 21, 2026
  • \(2\,\text{J} \)
  • \(5.4\,\text{J} \)
  • \(9.6\,\text{J} \)
  • \(10.8\,\text{J} \)
  • \(6.5\,\text{J} \)
Show Solution
collegedunia
Verified By Collegedunia

The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation

Concept: Work-energy theorem: \[ W = \frac{1}{2}m(v^2 - u^2) \]

Step 1:
Find velocities.
\[ v(0)=2,\quad v(2)=10 \]

Step 2:
Apply formula.
\[ W = \frac{1}{2}\cdot 0.2 (100 - 4) = 0.1 \cdot 96 = 9.6 \]
Was this answer helpful?
0
0