Find how far the spring will be stretched

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To determine how far a spring will stretch under a force of 0.54 N, the spring constant (k) must first be calculated using the initial force of 0.80 N and the distance of 0.012 m. The formula F = kΔd allows for the calculation of k as k = F/Δd, which simplifies to k = 0.80 N / 0.012 m. Once k is found, it can be used to find the new stretch distance by rearranging the formula for the new force. The discussion highlights the importance of understanding the relationship between force, spring constant, and displacement in solving spring-related problems.
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Homework Statement



A spring is stretched by a force of 0.80n a distance of 0.012m. Find how far it will stretch when the force is 0.54n.

One problem is that I don't know how to find k.

Homework Equations



F=kΔd

The Attempt at a Solution



F=kΔd
F=k(0.012m)
What is k?
 
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F=kΔd

so

k = F/Δd
 
Wow...
I can't believe I didn't think of that. Thank you!
 

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