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A 2 kg mass is lifted vertically by 3 meters at a constant speed. How much work is done by the lifting force? (Assume g = 9.8 m/s^2)

A 6 J
B 19.6 J
C 58.8 J
D 117.6 J

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

Work done by the lifting force is W = Fd. Since the speed is constant, the lifting force F equals the gravitational force mg. So, W = mgd = (2 kg)(9.8 m/s^2)(3 m) = 58.8 J.

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