A toy bow behaves like an ideal spring of constant

PHYSICS · Subjective · AP · Physics 1: Algebra-based · Work Energy and Power · Work Energy and Power

Problem

A toy bow behaves like an ideal spring of constant 60 N/m60\,\text{N/m}. If the bowstring is pulled back by 0.20 m0.20\,\text{m}, find the elastic potential energy stored in the bow before release.

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