Answer
$k_1=2k_0$
Work Step by Step
We use the equation for the spring constant of springs in a series configuration to find:
$\frac{1}{k_0}=\frac{1}{k_1}+\frac{1}{k_1}$
$\frac{1}{k_0}=\frac{2}{k_1}$
$k_1=2k_0$
Essential University Physics: Volume 1 (3rd Edition)
by Wolfson, Richard
Published by
Pearson
ISBN 10:
0321993721
ISBN 13:
978-0-32199-372-4
Chapter 4 - Exercises and Problems - Page 68: 50
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