The work done (W) on an object can be calculated using the formula:
\[ W = F \times d \]
where:
- \( F \) is the force applied (in Newtons),
- \( d \) is the distance over which the force is applied (in meters).
Given:
- \( F = 57.1 , \text{N} \)
- \( d = 0.977 , \text{m} \)
Now, substituting the values into the formula:
\[ W = 57.1 , \text{N} \times 0.977 , \text{m} \]
Calculating this:
\[ W = 55.7497 , \text{J} \]
Rounded to one decimal place, the work done is approximately:
\[ W \approx 55.8 , \text{J} \]
Therefore, the correct response is:
55.8 J