How Is Work Calculated When No Distance Is Given?

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In the discussion regarding the calculation of work done by a force, a 20N force acts on a 2 KG object for 3 seconds. The key formula for work is W = Fd, where W is work, F is force, and d is distance. Since distance is not provided, the discussion emphasizes the need to calculate the distance using kinematic equations, specifically using the formula d = vt, where v is the final velocity derived from acceleration.

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a 20N force acts on a 2 KG object for 3 seconds. If the object was initally at rest, How much work was done in this process? I am having problems working this formula with no distance involved W = Fd


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