Solve the problem.The length L that a spring is stretched from its natural length using W amount of work (in foot-pounds) is given by L = , where k is a given constant for the spring. If a certain spring has a constant value k of 41.3 and the spring is to be stretched 2.7 feet from its natural length, how much work will be necessary? Round to the nearest tenth when necessary.

A. 55.8 ft-lb
B. 301.1 ft-lb
C. 150.5 ft-lb
D. 33.9 ft-lb


Answer: C

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