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Work, Energy and Power - Work-Energy Theorem

Problems and solutions centered on the work-energy theorem, showing how work done relates to changes in kinetic energy.

25 questions

A 1.5kg object is dropped from 16m. What is its speed just before hitting the ground? (Take g\=10m/s2)

Potential energy V=mgh=1.5×10×16=240J. As per NCERT, applying relevant law/formula with correct units and sign convention leads to 17 m/s. This satisfies dimensional consistency and physical conditions given, so option A is scientifically correct.

Ref: NCERT Class 11 Physics > Chapter 6: Work, Energy and Power > Topic: Work, Energy and Power - Work-Energy Theorem

A 4kg block is pushed with 20N over 6m on a frictionless surface, starting from rest. What is its final speed?

Work W=20×6=120J. As per NCERT, applying relevant law/formula with correct units and sign convention leads to 7 m/s. This satisfies dimensional consistency and physical conditions given, so option A is scientifically correct.

Ref: NCERT Class 11 Physics > Chapter 6: Work, Energy and Power > Topic: Work, Energy and Power - Work-Energy Theorem

A 4kg block slides down a frictionless incline from a height of 3m. What is its speed at the bottom? (Take g\=10m/s2)

Potential energy mgh=4×10×3=120J. As per NCERT, applying relevant law/formula with correct units and sign convention leads to 7 m/s. This satisfies dimensional consistency and physical conditions given, so option A is scientifically correct.

Ref: NCERT Class 11 Physics > Chapter 6: Work, Energy and Power > Topic: Work, Energy and Power - Work-Energy Theorem

A 9kg block is pushed with 45N over 7m on a frictionless surface, starting from rest. What is its final speed?

Work W=45×7=315J. As per NCERT, applying relevant law/formula with correct units and sign convention leads to 8 m/s. This satisfies dimensional consistency and physical conditions given, so option A is scientifically correct.

Ref: NCERT Class 11 Physics > Chapter 6: Work, Energy and Power > Topic: Work, Energy and Power - Work-Energy Theorem

A 0.2kg ball is dropped from 12m. What is its speed just before hitting the ground? (Take g\=10m/s2)

Potential energy V=mgh=0.2×10×12=24J. As per NCERT, applying relevant law/formula with correct units and sign convention leads to 14 m/s. This satisfies dimensional consistency and physical conditions given, so option A is scientifically correct.

Ref: NCERT Class 11 Physics > Chapter 6: Work, Energy and Power > Topic: Work, Energy and Power - Work-Energy Theorem