If a force F is required to extend a spring a distance 5y,how far will it be extended by force 3F?
A)5y
B)(3/5)y
C)(5/3)y
D)15y
E)(3/8)y

Name: If a force F is required to extend a spring a distance 5y,how far will it be extended by force 3F? A)5y B)(3/5)y C)(5/3)y D)15y E)(3/8)y
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The extension of a spring is directly proportional to the force applied. If force F extends the spring by 5y, then tripling the force (3F) will triple the extension, making it 15y.

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