Question

Paul Konerko hit a 125 m grand slam in Game 2 of the World Series. He did 3000 J of work. With what force did he hit the ball?

Answer 1

24 N

Explanation:

`W = Fs`

`W = 3000 J (Nm) ; s = 125 m`

`F = W/s`

`F = (3000 Ncancelm)/(125cancel m)`

`F = 24 N`