Jun Jie hung a 100g weight on a spring and it stretched by 2cm. If he replaces it with a 300g weight, what will be the TOTAL extension of the spring, assuming it is within its elastic limit?
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Step 1: Identify the relationship: Extension is proportional to the force (weight) applied.
Step 2: The weight increased from 100g to 300g (3 times).
Step 3: Therefore, the extension will also be 3 times the original (2cm x 3 = 6cm).
Correct answer: 6 cm
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