Two masses on each end of a spring lying horizontally

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Spring Two masses

May 18, 2016

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T= 2*pi*sqrt(m/k)
U=1/2*k*x^2

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Would you please explain your scribble? please type in your answer and work.

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James, by how much was the spring extended?

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