A cord is used to lower vertically a block of mass MM a distance dd at a constant downward acceleration of g/4g/4.
(a)
Is the work done by the cord on the block positive or negative?
A.
positive
B.
negative
(b)
What is the right expression for the work done by the cord on the block?
A.
−4Md/g−4Md/g
B.
−Mg/(4d)−Mg/(4d)
C.
−3Mdg/4−3Mdg/4
D.
−g/(4Md)−g/(4Md)