A-LevelPhysicsPhysical quantities and unitsOct/Nov 2022Paper 1 Q31 Mark
A spring is suspended from a fixed point and a force is applied. The position of a pointer attached to the bottom of the spring against a vertical ruler is recorded. Before the force is applied, the position of the pointer is (225 ± 2) mm. After the force is applied, the position of the pointer is (250 ± 2) mm. The extension of the spring is determined. What is the percentage uncertainty in the extension?
A1.6%
B1.8%
C8.0%
D16%
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