A spring with a spring constant of 2500 N/m. is stretched 4.00 cm. What is the work required to stretch the spring?
A) 4.00 J
B) 0 J
C) 1.00 J
D) 3.00 J
E) 2.00 J

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The work done on a spring is given by the formula W = 1/2 k x^2, where k is the spring constant and x is the displacement in meters. Here, k = 2500 N/m and x = 0.04 m. So, W = 1/2 * 2500 * (0.04)^2 = 2.00 J.

A Spring with a Spring Constant of 2500 N/m