An ideal gas is taken via path A B C A as shown in figure. The network done in the whole cycle is

Step-by-step solution

Net work done in cyclic process A B C A , W_ net = Areu enclosed by path A B C A aligned &= 1 2 (3 V₁-V₁ ) (4 p₁-p₁ ) &= 1 2 2 V₁ 3 p₁=3 p₁ V₁ aligned Since, cyclic process is taken in anti-clockwise direction, hence net work done will be negative. W_ net =-3 p₁ V₁