A 3.0-kg block is dragged over a rough horizontal surface by a constant force of 16 N acting at an angle of 37° above the horizontal as shown. The speed of the block increases from 4.0 m/s to 6.0 m/s in a displacement of 5.0 m. What work was done by the friction force during this displacement?

A. ?34 J
B. ?64 J
C. ?30 J
D. ?94 J
E. +64 J


Answer: A

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