Physics-(general)

NEET Physics (general) MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Easy-Class 11

A block attached to a spring is stretched by a displacement 'x' from its equilibrium position. What is the work done by the spring force on the block?

A

-kx^2/2

B

kx^2

C

kx^2/2

D

-kx^2

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The work done by the spring force is negative as the spring force acts in the opposite direction to the displacement. From the NCERT context, W = -kx^2/2.

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