Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Elastic and plastic behaviour

Elastic and plastic behaviour — practice question

The graph illustrates the effect on a spring of a force applied, with the force increasing to a maximum of $5.0\,\text{N}$. The spring follows Hooke’s law for forces up to $7.0\,\text{N}$. What total extension does the spring produce when a force of $7.0\,\text{N}$ is applied?

  • A$4.2\,\text{cm}$
  • B$5.6\,\text{cm}$
  • C$15\,\text{cm}$
  • D$20\,\text{cm}$

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