Hooke's Law describes the relationship between force F and deflection x in a spring according to the following equation: .Which type of mathematical model is used in Hooke's Law?
A)Linear model
B)Nonlinear model
C)Exponential model
D)Logarithmic model

Question

Hooke's Law describes the relationship between force F and deflection x in a spring according to the following equation:  .Which type of mathematical model is used in Hooke's Law?
A)Linear model 
B)Nonlinear model 
C)Exponential model 
D)Logarithmic model

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Hooke's Law is a linear equation, meaning that the relationship between force and deflection is proportional and can be graphed as a straight line.

Hooke's Law Describes the Relationship Between Force F and Deflection