Find the equation of the line that seems to best fit the data. Use the model to estimate the elongation of the spring when a force of 70 kilograms is applied. Round your answer to one decimal place.

Question

Hooke’s Law states that the force F required to compress or stretch a spring

(within its elastic limits) is proportional to the distance d that the spring is compressed or

stretched from its original length. That is, where k is the measure of the stiffness of

the spring and is called the spring constant. The table below shows the elongation d in

centimeters of a spring when a force of F kilograms is applied.





A) 2.3 centimeters

B) 4.6 centimeters

C) 6.9 centimeters

D) 9.2 centimeters

E) 3.5 centimeters

Answer 1

B) 4.6 centimeters