A gas is taken through the cycle ABCA, as shown in figure.

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A gas is taken through the cycle ABCA, as shown in figure. What is the net work done by the gas ?

1. 1000 J
2. zero
3. – 2000 J
4. 2000 J

Correct Option: A

W_net = Area of triangle ABC

=	1	AC × BC
	2

=	1	× 5 × 10^-3 × 4 × 10⁵ = 1000 J
	2