Homework: Calculate the work done to accelrate a car

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To calculate the work done to accelerate a car, apply the conservation of energy principle, focusing on the change in kinetic energy. The relevant equation is kinetic energy = (1/2)mv^2, where m is mass and v is velocity. Given the mass of 1.5 x 10^3 kg, a final velocity of 25 m/s, and an initial velocity of 11 m/s, the next step involves calculating the initial and final kinetic energies. The work done can then be determined by finding the difference between these two kinetic energy values. Understanding these concepts is crucial for solving the problem effectively.
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Homework Statement
A car of mass 1.5*10^3kg is initially travelling at a speed of 11m/s. The driver then accelerates to a speed of 25m/s over a distance of 0.20km.
Relevant Equations
Calculate the work done on the car.
Homework Equations

Conservation of energy. Kinetic energy=(1/2)mv^2

The Attempt at a solution
m=1.5*10^3kg, final velocity=25m/s, initial velocity= 11m/s, distance=0.20 and work done=?
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