Answer:
0.694 m
Step-by-step explanation:
Case 1 : When only mass of 2.82 kg is hanged from spring
m = mass hanged from the spring = 2.82 kg
x = stretch caused in the spring = 0.331 m
k = spring constant
Using equilibrium of force in vertical direction
Spring force = weight of the mass
k x = m g
k (0.331) = (2.82) (9.8)
k = 83.5 N/m
Case 2 : When both masses are hanged from spring
m = mass hanged from the spring = 3.09 + 2.82 = 5.91 kg
x = stretch caused in the spring = ?
k = spring constant = 83.5 N/m
Using equilibrium of force in vertical direction
Spring force = weight of the mass
k x = m g
(83.5) x = (5.91) (9.8)
x = 0.694 m