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OpenStudy (anonymous):

In order to do a positive work you must?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Well, if the object's speed increases, then its kinetic energy will also increase. If the kinetic energy increases, the change in kinetic energy will be positive. Since the work done equals the change in kinetic energy, the work done must be positive. So in order to do positive work, both the object's speed and kinetic energy must increase.

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