FInd the work done when a cnstant force applied to an object

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The discussion focuses on calculating the work done by a constant force vector F when applied to an object moving along a displacement vector D. The force vector is defined as F = <64, 36> and the displacement vector as D = <22, -33>. The work is determined using the dot product of these two vectors, which is a fundamental concept in physics for quantifying work done by forces. The user expresses difficulty in proceeding beyond calculating the magnitude of the force vector.

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Homework Statement


Find the work done when a constant force F is applied to an object that moves along a vector D where units are pounds and feet


Homework Equations



F= < 64,36 > D = < 22, -33 >

The Attempt at a Solution



I found magnitude by taking square of 64^2 + 36^2. Cant find anything else and don't know where to look!
 
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Work = dot product of force vector and displacement vector.
 

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