Solving Work Done by Pushing a Lawnmower

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To solve the problem of work done by pushing a lawnmower, the force applied is 200N with a vertical component of 80N. The horizontal distance moved is 6.0m, and the work done can be calculated using the formula Work = force x distance. To find the effective horizontal force, the angle of the applied force needs to be determined, which involves using trigonometric functions. The discussion emphasizes the importance of sketching the scenario and applying Pythagorean principles to find the angle correctly. Understanding these concepts is crucial for accurately calculating the work done.
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Homework Statement


A man pushes a lawnmower with a force of 200N. If the vertical component of this force is 80N how much work is done in pushing the lawnmower 6.0m horizontally?

Homework Equations


Work=force x distance

The Attempt at a Solution


Firstly I have to find the angle to the ground at which the 200N force is directed.
However i am not sure on how to do that.
 
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Make a sketch and remember Pythagoras
 
BvU said:
Make a sketch and remember Pythagoras
Would the angle be 68 because inverse tan(200/80)
 
68 radians ? No, degrees I hope.
Never mind: once you have the angle, what are you going to use it for ?
And: Sketch ?
 
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