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O-LevelPhysicsForces5054/12 · May/June 2018 · Q121 Mark

The graph shows extension-load curves for four fibres. Which fibre is the most difficult to stretch over the range of loads shown?

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ACurve A, which shows the greatest extension for a given load at higher loads.
BCurve B, which shows significant extension for a given load.
CCurve C, which shows moderate extension for a given load.
DCurve D, which shows the least extension for a given load.

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D: Curve D, which shows the least extension for a given load.

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Topic
Forces, O-Level Physics (syllabus 5054). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
Source
O-Level Physics, May/June 2018 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 12.

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