The diagram presents a force-extension graph for a rubber band as the band is stretched and then the stretching force is reduced to zero. What can be deduced from this graph?
- AThe rubber band does not return to its original length when the force is decreased to zero.
- BThe rubber band obeys Hooke’s law for the extensions shown.
- CThe rubber band remains elastic for the extensions shown.
- DThe shaded area represents the work done in extending the rubber band.