Physics 5054 · O Level · Elastic deformation

Elastic deformation — practice question

The graph illustrates how a spring’s extension varies with the masses hung from it on planet X and on planet Y. What conclusion can be drawn from these graphs?

  • AIt is not possible to compare the gravitational field strengths on planets X and Y.
  • BThe gravitational field strength on planet X is equal to the gravitational field strength on planet Y.
  • CThe gravitational field strength on planet X is one third of the gravitational field strength on planet Y.
  • DThe gravitational field strength on planet X is three times the gravitational field strength on planet Y.

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