Work Done Calculations - AQA GCSE Physics Practice Book

Struggling with Work Done calculations? This AQA GCSE Physics workbook takes students from zero confidence to exam-ready with 12 scaffolded questions using the EVERY method framework.

The EVERY method breaks each calculation into clear steps: Equation, Values, Enter values into the equation, Rearrange if needed, Your units. Every question has a structured EVERY table for students to complete, building a consistent problem-solving habit. Questions get progressively harder: Q1-3 are straightforward, Q4-6 introduce unit conversions, and Q7-12 require rearranging the formula.

What’s inside:

• 12 progressive questions on Work Done (W = F x d)
• Structured EVERY method table on every question page
• Progressive difficulty: simple substitution, then unit conversions, then rearranging
• Self-assessment tracker with “What made me stuck?” reflection checklist
• Full worked answers for all 12 questions using the EVERY method steps

AQA specification reference: 6.1 Energy (Combined Science and Triple Physics)

Work done calculations link force and energy transfer. Students calculate work done by pushing, pulling, and lifting objects, and connect this to energy stored or transferred. Units are joules, with conversion to kilojoules for larger values.

Common student mistakes this workbook addresses: using total distance instead of distance in the direction of the force, confusing work done with power, not converting units (e.g. cm to m or kN to N), and forgetting that work done equals energy transferred.

Suitable for AQA GCSE Combined Science and Physics (Triple). Works for both foundation and higher tier students.