NEET Physics Work Done by Forces MCQ Question
What is the sign of the work done by the spring force when the spring is compressed?
Positive work is done
Negative work is done
No work is done
Variable work is done
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
When the spring is compressed (x < 0), the spring force is positive, which results in negative work being done due to the opposing signs of the spring force and displacement, as indicated in the NCERT context.
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