Work Homework: 185kg Refrigerator Loaded into Moving Van

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Start date May 12, 2009
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To calculate the work done in moving a 185-kg refrigerator up a 10.0-m ramp at an angle of 11 degrees, the definition of work must be applied, which is the product of force and the distance moved in the direction of that force. The gravitational force acting on the refrigerator needs to be considered, as it affects the total force required to push the refrigerator up the ramp. The angle of the ramp influences the effective force component acting parallel to the ramp. The discussion highlights a lack of initial attempts at solving the problem and seeks clarification on the definition of work done. Understanding these principles is essential for accurately calculating the work involved in this scenario.

May 12, 2009

treycarver

Homework Statement

A 185-kg refrigerator is loaded into a moving van by pushing it up a 10.0-m ramp at an angle of 11 degrees. How much work is done?

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May 12, 2009

Chewy0087

What's the definition of work done?

Force * Distance moved in the direction of the force

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