APFIVE Comparing Spring Restoring Forces
Two springs with spring constants k₁ and k₂ (where k₁ > k₂) are each stretched by the same distance x from equilibrium. Which statement correctly compares the restoring forces F₁ and F₂?
A
F₁ > F₂ and both forces point toward equilibrium
B
F₁ > F₂ and both forces point away from equilibrium
C
F₁ < F₂ and both forces point toward equilibrium
D
F₁ = F₂ because the displacement is the same
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