JAMB Physics 1995 Question 14

Question 14

Elasticity

The energy contained in a wire when it is extended by 0.02 m by a force of 500 N is

  1. A.5 J
  2. B.10 J
  3. C.103 J
  4. D.104 J
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Answer: A (5 J)

Explanation

Energy stored in a stretched wire = ½ × force × extension = ½ × 500 × 0.02 = 5 J.