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davidliebehar
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Here is a very basic question that I need help with.
A spring has a spring constant (k) of 82 N/m. How far must the spring be compressed to store 35J of potential energy?
I think it is: E = 1/2 kx^2
I don't understand how to setup this problem. Please help me.
Homework Statement
A spring has a spring constant (k) of 82 N/m. How far must the spring be compressed to store 35J of potential energy?
Homework Equations
I think it is: E = 1/2 kx^2
The Attempt at a Solution
I don't understand how to setup this problem. Please help me.