The potential energy of a spring is 0.3 J when it is compressed 0.04 m to the left of its equilibrium position. This is its leftmost position. What is its kinetic energy at this point?

A. 375 N/m
B. -0.3 J
C. zero
D. 0.3 J


Answer: C

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