A body of mass 1 kg begins to move under the action of a time dependent force F = (2t i + 3t2 j) N, where i and j are unit vectors along x and y axis. What power will be developed by the force at the time t?
- (2t3 + 3t4) W
- (2t3 + 3t5) W
- (2t2 + 3t3) W
- (2t2 + 4t4) W
Answer
(2) (2t3 + 3t5) W
Solution
Acceleration: a = Fm = (2t i + 3t2 j) m s-2
∵ The body starts from rest: v = 0t a dt = (t2 i + t3 j) m s-1
Power: P = F v
= (2t)(t2) + (3t2)(t3)
∴ P = (2t3 + 3t5) W
Answer: (2)