Two Springs,each with Spring Constant 20 N/m,are Connected in Parallel,and

question 7

Multiple Choice

Two springs,each with spring constant 20 N/m,are connected in parallel,and the combination is hung vertically from one end.A 10-N weight is then suspended from the other end of the combined spring.How far does the combined spring stretch as it comes to equilibrium?

• A)0.50 m
• B)1.0 m
• C)2.0 m
• D)0.25 m

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