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A spring of force constant k is cut into lengths of ratio 1 : 2 : 3. They are connected in series and the new force constant is k'. Then they are connected in parallel and force constant is k''. Then k' : k'' is
A spring of force constant k is cut into lengths of ratio 1 : 2 : 3. They are connected in series and the new force constant is k'. Then they are connected in parallel and force constant is k''. Then k' : k'' is
Updated On: May 21, 2024
- 1 : 6
- 1 : 9
- 1 : 11
- 1 : 14
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The Correct Option is C
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The correct option is (C): 1 : 11.
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