In this scenario, the work done is calculated as the negative product of the force and displacement, signifying the reduction in energy or the opposition to the motion of the object.
How is the work done calculated in the case of a retarding force acting opposite to the direction of motion?
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When a retarding force opposes the direction of motion, work done is negative, signifying energy loss. The formula for work done (W) accounts for this by incorporating the cosine of the angle between the force and displacement vectors, resulting in a negative value when the angle is greater than 90 degrees.