CAIE A-Level Physics AS 6.2.2 The Area Under the Force Extension Graph Represents the Work Done Questions

Interpret force–extension graphs, including elastic limit, yield, plastic deformation and fracture.

Syllabus
2028–2030
Course
Physics 9702
Level
AS

Exam points

  • Interpret force–extension graphs, including elastic limit, yield, plastic deformation and fracture.

CAIE A-Level Physics AS 6.2.2 The Area Under the Force Extension Graph Represents the Work Done Questions question 1

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A sample of material is stretched by a tensile force to a point beyond its elastic limit. The tensile force is then reduced to zero. The force-extension graph is shown.

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Which area represents the net work done on the sample?

A

X

B

X+Y

C

Y+Z

D

Z

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