Calculating Work Done on a Train with Jet Engine Thrust?

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To calculate the work done on a train powered by a jet engine, the formula W=Fd is used, where W is work, F is force, and d is distance. In this case, the train has a mass of 18,200 kg and is propelled by a thrust of 521,000 N over a distance of 444 m. Initially, the user encountered an error in their calculation due to omitting a zero, leading to an incorrect answer. After correcting the mistake, the user was able to find the correct work done. This highlights the importance of careful calculation and verification in physics problems.
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A train that had a mass of 18200 kg was powered across a level track by a jet engine that produced a thrust of 521000N for a distance of 444m. Find the work done on the train.

I thought this was pretty straightforward; however, it's apparently not.

I used W=Fd, but I got the wrong answer. Can anyone help me?
 
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You should have gotten the right answer with that approach. Maybe the answer in your book is wrong.
 
It's through an online server (U Texas).
 
OK, then tell me:

1.) Did you post the exact problem statement?

2.) What answer did you get?

3.) What feedback did you get from the server?
 
Nevermind! I left off a zero! Thanks for your help though.
 

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