Hooke's Law in physics states that if a spring at rest (equilibrium position ) has a weight attached to it, then the distance the spring stretches is directly proportional to the force (weight).
F = kx
Where F is the force in Newtons(N), x is the distance stretched in meters (m), and k is the spring constant (N/m).A force of 352 N will stretch the spring 22 cm. How far will a force of 288 stretch the spring? Round to two decimal places.
A) 0.27 m
B) 26.89 m
C) 0.18 m
D) 18.00 m

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To find the distance the spring stretches with a different force, we first find the spring constant k using F = kx with the given values: 352 N = k * 0.22 m, so k = 352 / 0.22. Then, use this k to find the new distance x with F = 288 N: 288 = k * x. Solving for x gives approximately 0.18 m.

Hooke's Law in Physics States That If a Spring at Rest