Physics Problem: Flight Attendant and 70N Bag

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The problem involves a flight attendant pulling a 70 N bag with a force of 40.0 N at a 52-degree angle over 253 m. To find the work done, the horizontal component of the force must be calculated using the cosine of the angle. The work is then determined by multiplying this horizontal force by the distance moved. Participants in the discussion are encouraged to share their calculations and methods for solving the problem. Understanding the physics concepts of force, angle, and work is crucial for finding the solution.

Nov 2, 2005

XxClueLess5xX

ok I am in physics obviously...and I am having an extrmely hard time. can anyone help me with this problem?

- a flight attendant ulls her 70 N flight bag a distance of 253 m along a level airport floor at a constant speed. the force she exerts is 40.0N at an angle of 52 degrees above the horizontal. find the following t work she does on the flight bag.

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What have you done so far?

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