Question

I. The spring does work on the box from the moment the box first hits the spring to the moment the spring first reaches its maximum compression. Indicate whether the work done by the spring is positive, negative, or zero.

Answer 1

Answer:

Negative

Explanation:

If the box is heading right in the positive direction, the work will be negative. The spring has an opposite force to that of the box.

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