Q. State and prove work energy theorem.

OR

Show tthat work done by moving body is equal to the change in kinetic energy

Answer:
The total work done by the sum of all the forces acting on a particle is equal to the change in the kinetic energy of that particle.
Explanation:
The work energy theorem says that the work done by the net force acting on a body equals the change in kinetic energy. It's easy
to remember: W = kf - ki. The equation above is known as the work energy theory equation. If the body's kinetic energy diminishes,
the net work done W becomes negative.
Step 1: The work energy theorem states that work done on a body is equal to the net change in its energy.
(P.E or K.E)
Step 2: Proof:
Consider a body of mass ' m ' moving with an initial velocity u. Let a constant force F acting on a body changes its velocity to v. Lets
2 2
be the distance traveled. From the equation, v = u + 2as,
we get v 2 - u2 = 2as
1 2 2
- (V -U ) = as
2
Step 3: Multiplying both sides by m, we have
1
m ( v - u ) = ,nas
2 2

2
1 rn ( v-? - u-?) = F • s(·.· F = ma)
2
1 1
or -rnv 2
- -mu2 = W
2 2
Hence, The work energy theorem says that the work done by the net force acting on a body equals the change in kinetic energy.