Question:

The length, I, that a spring is stretched varies directly as

Last updated: 7/21/2022

The length, I, that a spring is stretched varies directly as

The length, I, that a spring is stretched varies directly as the amount of force, F, applied to the end of the spring. When a force of 10 pounds is applied to a spring, it stretches 3 inches. How much will the same spring stretch if the force is increased to 15 pounds? A. 8 inches B. 7.5 inches C. 4.5 inches D. 2 inches