How do I calculate the work done while climbing stairs?

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The calculation of work done while climbing stairs can be simplified by using the concept of gravitational potential energy. In this scenario, the work done (W) is equal to the increase in potential energy, which can be calculated using the formula W = mgh, where m is mass (77 kg), g is the acceleration due to gravity (approximately 9.81 m/s²), and h is the height gained. The height can be derived from the distance climbed (6 m) and the angle of the stairs if needed. Therefore, the work done against gravity is straightforward and does not require complex force calculations.

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I am working on a lab and I'm not sure how to calculate the work (done by me).

I know work = W=(F Cos theta) and Force =F= W/t

In the lab I am to walk up a set of stairs and time myself. I did this and got the following:

t=8 sec
d=6m
Mass(me)= 77kg

how do I find W?

Any pointer is greatly appreciated. I know I'm making this harder than it has to be I'm sure.
 
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I assume that by 'weight', you mean weight in the layman sense and actually mean mass, given that your units are in kilograms. (Wow, 374kg's quite a bit)

Anyway, the work done by you (against gravity) is simply the increase in (gravitational) potential energy of your body, without having to re-derive and consider forces and direction and whatnot (which may not be very intuitive in such a scenario of climbing stairs).
 

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