Physics-(general)

NEET Physics (general) MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Medium-Class 11

Which of the following expressions correctly represents the work done by a spring force when a block attached to it is displaced from its equilibrium position by a distance x?

A

W = -0.5 k x^2

B

W = 0.5 k x^2

C

W = -k x

D

W = k x

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

According to the NCERT context, the work done by the spring force is negative when the block is displaced from the equilibrium position. This is represented by the expression W = -0.5 k x^2.

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