I’m not really sure I’m sorry
Assuming that the angle is the same for both ropes, then D. is the answer. You have to consider also if the ropes are close together or far apart and if the force to move the object is in line with the ropes or perpendicular to them.
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W = 1/2k*x^2.
k = spring constant = 2500 n/m.
x = distance = 4 cm = 0.04m (convert to same units).
W = 1/2(2500)(0.04)^2 = 2J.
