NEET2023Physics-Mechanics
NEET 2023 Physics Elastic Potential Energy MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-numerical-Medium-Class 11
The potential energy of a long spring when stretched by 2 cm is U. If the spring is stretched by 8 cm, potential energy stored in it will be:
A
4U
B
8U
C
16U
D
2U
Correct Answer
Option C
Detailed Explanation
Potential energy in a spring is proportional to the square of the extension. If the extension increases from 2 cm to 8 cm, the energy increases by a factor of .
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