Physics-(general)

NEET Physics (general) MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-diagram based-Medium-Class 11

Refer to the diagram of a mass-spring system with a block attached. If the spring is stretched to a displacement x from the equilibrium position, which statement about the spring force F_s is correct?

Question diagram
A

F_s is zero when x is zero.

B

F_s is positive when x is greater than zero.

C

F_s is negative when x is less than zero.

D

F_s is constant regardless of x.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

According to the NCERT context, the spring force F_s is zero when the displacement x from the equilibrium position is zero, as shown in the diagram.

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