The spring will have maximum potential energy when

A
it is pulled out
B
it is compressed
C
both (a) and (b)
D
neither (a) nor (b)
Answer:

The correct option is C. CORRECT OPTION

Note
Explanation of correct option The spring will have maximum potential energy when it is pulled out or compressed in. Energy stored in the spring is E = 1/2(k)(x)^2 where k = spring constant and x = Displacement of the spring. 3. It implies that energy stored in the spring is the function of the displacement that the spring makes. Hence, option C is correct.