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Which statement best describes work?(1 point)
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Work is done whenever an object is held in place by multiple forces.
Work is done whenever an object is held in place by multiple forces.

Work is done when a force causes an object to move.
Work is done when a force causes an object to move.

Work is done whenever a force acts on an object.
Work is done whenever a force acts on an object.

Work is done when an object continues in motion without a push.

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The statement that best describes work is:

Work is done when a force causes an object to move.

This definition emphasizes that work occurs when a force is applied and results in movement in the direction of the force.