$A$ rope is used to lower a block of mass $M$ vertically downwards by a distance $x$ with a constant downward acceleration of $g/2$. What is the work done by the rope on the block?

  • A
    $Mgx$
  • B
    $\frac{1}{2}Mgx^2$
  • C
    $-\frac{1}{2}Mgx$
  • D
    $Mgx^2$

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