A shopping cart moves forward while experiencing a constant friction force of 12 N…

PHYSICS · Subjective · AP · Physics 1: Algebra-based · Work Energy and Power · Work Energy and Power

Problem

A shopping cart moves forward while experiencing a constant friction force of 12 N opposite the direction of motion. If the cart travels 8.0 m, determine the work done by friction.

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