Answer:
a 
b
Explanation:
Generally the force constant is mathematically represented as

substituting values given in the question
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Generally the workdone in stretching the spring 3.5 m is mathematically represented as

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Generally the workdone in compressing the spring 2.5 m is mathematically represented as
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= Joules ÷ (0.5×Kilograms)
14J ÷ 8.5 = 1.64705882
Remember, 1.64705882 = v², so we need to find the square root.
The square root of 1.64705882 is 1.283377894464448
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The answer is C) The water pushed up on the skis
The water reacts to the downward force of the skis by pushing back up against the skis.
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