A Force of 265 Newtons Stretches a Spring 20 Centimeters

question 115

Multiple Choice

A force of 265 Newtons stretches a spring 20 centimeters. How much work is done in stretching the spring from 15 centimeters to 25 centimeters?

• A)28.5 joules
• B)31.5 joules
• C)26.5 joules
• D)21.5 joules
• E)36.5 joules

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