Explanation:
Work is mathematically expressed as force×distance(ie:the force applied to an item to move it × the distance both the force & the item moved through)
This means an increase in force or distance while doing work will increase the intensity of the work being done,which implies that the work will be done easier & faster.
Therefore,he felt it was easier while pulling the crate with the longer rope due to its increased length or distance.
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