Derive the expression for the work done by the ideal spring

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Homework Statement


Derive the expression for the work done by the ideal spring on the slider when the
slider moves from A to B. Assume that the free length of the spring is (a) ##L_0 = b##;
and (b) ##L_0 = 0.75b##

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Can you check if my solution is correct?
 

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