the force F exerted by a spring as it is stretched a distance x. For an ideal spring Hooke's Law states that the force is directly proportional to the stretch F = -kx. What graph represents a spring that becomes less stiff as it is stretched?

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anonymous · Answer

The slope of the Force vs displacement curve will lessen as we increase displacement. |dw:1349404251523:dw|

anonymous · Answer

Thanks, thats what I thought! Had to make sure. Thanks buddy.

anonymous · Answer

Welcome