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How do you calculate the work done on an object when you push it?(1 point)
Responses

You multiply the force you apply by the distance over which you are pushing.
You multiply the force you apply by the distance over which you are pushing. - no response given

You divide the force you apply by the distance over which you are pushing.
You divide the force you apply by the distance over which you are pushing. - incorrect

You subtract the force you apply from the distance over which you are pushing.
You subtract the force you apply from the distance over which you are pushing. - no response given

You add the force you apply to the distance over which you are pushing.

Answer 1

The correct response is:

**You multiply the force you apply by the distance over which you are pushing.**

This is how you calculate the work done on an object. The formula for work (W) is given by:

\[ W = F \times d \]

where \( F \) is the force applied and \( d \) is the distance moved in the direction of the force.