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Which best summarizes a concept related to the work-energy theorem?

A
When work is positive, the environment does work on an object.
B
When work is negative, the environment does work on an object.
C
When work is positive, the kinetic energy in a system remains constant.
D
When work is negative, the kinetic energy in a system remains constant.
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Four vehicles are traveling on the same road. Which vehicle most likely has the greatest kinetic energy?

A
a compact car traveling at a velocity of 10 m/s
B
a pickup truck traveling at a velocity of 25 m/s
C
a minivan traveling at a velocity of 10 m/s
D
a motorcycle traveling at a velocity of 25 m/s
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If all else is constant, which would cause the greatest increase in kinetic energy of a moving object?

A
Mass and velocity are each reduced by one-half.
B
Mass is reduced by one-half, and velocity is doubled.
C
Mass is doubled, and velocity is reduced by one-half.
D
Mass and velocity are each doubled.

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