MCQ
The force constants of two springs are $k _1$ and $k _2$. The same strain $x$ is produced in them. If their elastic energies are $E_1$ and $E_2$. The ratio of $E_1$ and $E_2$ will be :
  • $\frac{k_1}{k_2}$
  • B
    $\frac{k_2}{k_1}$
  • C
    $\sqrt{\frac{k_2}{k_1}}$
  • D
    None of these.

Answer

Correct option: A.
$\frac{k_1}{k_2}$
A
$\frac{ E _1}{ E _2}=\frac{\frac{1}{2} k_1 x^2}{\frac{1}{2} k_2 x^2}=\frac{k_1}{k_2}$

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