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Chapter 6, Problem 2DQ

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Problem 2DQ

An elevator is hoisted by its cables at constant speed. Is the total work done on the elevator positive, negative, or zero? Explain.

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Problem 2DQ

An elevator is hoisted by its cables at constant speed. Is the total work done on the elevator positive, negative, or zero? Explain.

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We have to first figure out the total force acting on the elevator. We can then figure out whether the work done is positive, negative or zero by looking at the direction of force and the displacement.

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