Which movement has the greatest net work done?

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The discussion centers on the calculation of net work done in various movements, specifically evaluating options (A), (B), (C), and (D). The user asserts that options (A), (B), and (C) yield zero net work due to constant speed resulting in zero resultant force, while the answer key indicates (C) as correct. The conversation highlights a potential error in the answer key, prompting further verification of the reasoning behind net work calculations in physics.

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W = F.d
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My answer is (D) but the answer key is (C).

My reasoning is that the net work for (A), (B) and (C) are all zero since the object moves with constant speed so the resultant force is also zero. What is the mistake in my reasoning?

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Have you considered the possibility that the answer key might be in error?
 
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kuruman said:
Have you considered the possibility that the answer key might be in error?
Yes, but knowing me, it is better to ask for confirmation here.

Thank you very much kuruman
 

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