A block is projected downward with a speed of from a point above the top of a…

PHYSICS · Single correct · A Level · Physics · Mechanics and materials · Mechanics and materials

Problem

0.50\,\text{kg}

block is projected downward with a speed of

2.0\,\text{m\,s}^{-1}

from a point

0.20\,\text{m}

above the top of a vertical light spring of constant

200\,\text{N\,m}^{-1}

. The spring is initially uncompressed. Neglect air resistance. Determine the maximum compression

x

of the spring. (a)

0.12\,\text{m}

(b)

0.25\,\text{m}

(c)

0.17\,\text{m}

(d)

0.15\,\text{m}