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Find the work done by the constant force, in joules.

Read the idea, work independently, then explain what changed.

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TOPIC 01

Applications of plane vectors

Build understanding of applications of plane vectors through definitions, contrasting cases and justified applications.

Use one hint at a time. A correction explains what changed, not just the final answer.

01 / Standard#Your turn

\mathbf F=(3,2)\text{ N},\quad\mathbf s=(3,1)\text{ m}

Skills and prerequisite lessons

Working and explanation

BUILD THE REASONING

Hint 1

Translate the geometry or physical quantity into vectors and check angle conventions.

Hint 2

Work is the force component along displacement times distance.

Worked solution

Translate the geometry or physical quantity into vectors and check angle conventions.
Calculate or simplify this relation.
$W=\mathbf F\cdot\mathbf s=3(3)+2=11$
The dot product automatically accounts for the angle.

The requested value is 11.

Checks and common pitfalls: The dot product automatically accounts for the angle.

Think first. Reveal a hint when the class is ready.

Teacher preparation and assessment

Connect geometric and algebraic forms of applications of plane vectors.
Geometry: Vectors yield metric relations, sine and cosine rules, and triangle centres.
Physical quantities: Add forces as vectors; calculate work with a dot product.
Close with: conditions → representation → reasoning → check.

Expected reasoning: Vectors yield metric relations, sine and cosine rules, and triangle centres.
Expected reasoning: Add forces as vectors; calculate work with a dot product.
Expected correction: An SSA triangle may have two valid configurations.