An athlete is working out in the weight room. He steadily holds 50 kilograms above his head for 10 seconds. Which statement is true about this situation?
A.
The athlete isn’t doing any work because he doesn’t move the weight.
B.
The athlete isn’t doing any work because he doesn’t hold the weight long enough.
C.
The athlete is doing work because he prevents the weight from falling downward.
D.
The athlete is doing work because 50 kilograms is a significant load to lift.

Question

An athlete is working out in the weight room. He steadily holds 50 kilograms above his head for 10 seconds. Which statement is true about this situation?
A. 
The athlete isn’t doing any work because he doesn’t move the weight.
B. 
The athlete isn’t doing any work because he doesn’t hold the weight long enough.
C. 
The athlete is doing work because he prevents the weight from falling downward.
D. 
The athlete is doing work because 50 kilograms is a significant load to lift.

michaellopez · Answer

im am confused...... in my opinion it think either c or d would be correct..... so whatever one you think is more true.... choose that one

nobodylolgfgfgfgfg · Answer

yeah agreed, they are clearly doing work so it cant be a or b

nobodylolgfgfgfgfg · Answer

i will figure it out, maybe