A horizontal ideal spring has a spring constant of

PHYSICS · Subjective · AP · Physics 1: Algebra-based · Force and Translational Dynamics · Force and Translational Dynamics

Problem

75\,\text{N}\!/\!\text{m}

. Calculate how far the spring must be compressed so that it exerts a restoring force of magnitude

3.0\,\text{N}

on the attached block. Express your answer in centimeters.