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When is the work - done by a force is positive and when is it negative ?

A

distance is positive

B

maximum distance travelled along direction of force applied

C

displacement is in direction of force applied

D

distance is negative

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The correct Answer is:
C
Direction of displacement decides if work done is positive or negative.
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