Advanced Science Primary 6 Interactions

A spring is 12 cm long. A 50g weight extends it by 2 cm. What is the total length of the spring when a 150g weight is hung on it?

A 20 cm
B 16 cm
C 14 cm
D 18 cm
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Worked Solution

Step 1: Extension for 50g = 2 cm. Step [2-9]: Extension for 150g (3 times 50g) = 2 cm x 3 = 6 cm. Step [2-9]: Total length = Original length (12 cm) + Extension (6 cm) = 18 cm.

Correct answer: 18 cm

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