Physics Class 11

Positive vs Negative Work

What's the difference between positive and negative work?

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uniboardhub
4 months ago

If force and displacement are in the same direction, work is positive (e.g., pushing a car forward). If they are in opposite directions, work is negative (e.g., friction slowing you down).

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