Two springs,each with spring constant 10 N/m,are connected in parallel,and the combination is hung vertically from one end.A 20-N weight is then suspended from the other end of the combined spring.How far does the combined spring stretch as it comes to equilibrium?

A) 2 m
B) 0.5 m
C) 4 m
D) 1 m
E) 8 m

Question

Two springs,each with spring constant 10 N/m,are connected in parallel,and the combination is hung vertically from one end.A 20-N weight is then suspended from the other end of the combined spring.How far does the combined spring stretch as it comes to equilibrium?
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A) 2 m
B) 0.5 m
C) 4 m
D) 1 m
E) 8 m

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The Answer is D

Two Springs,each with Spring Constant 10 N/m,are Connected in Parallel,and