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A plot of the energy stored in an elastic body versus the square of the extension gives:
Options
A The elastic constant
B Twice the elastic constant
C Half the elastic constant
Correct Answer
D Thrice the elastic constant
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Elastic potential energy U = ½kx². Therefore slope = ½k.

Hint

Compare with U = ½kx².

Question Info

Course: PHY 101
Topic: PHY 101 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 238 of 1250
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