Explanation:
Elastic PE: U = ½kx² ⇒ k = 2U/x². x = 3 cm = 0.03 m. k = 2×18/(0.03)² = 36/0.0009 = 40000 N/m. Unit conversion critical: cm to m. Memory aid: 'k = 2U/x²; always use SI units'. Tests spring energy formula application with unit conversion, frequently appearing in competitive exams.
Explanation:
Three significant figures require the number to be written with three meaningful digits. 3.00 × 10⁸ m/s has three significant figures (3,0,0). 3 × 10⁸ has one significant figure; 3.0 × 10⁸ has two; 300000000 has ambiguous significance. Standard scientific notation: 3.00 × 10⁸ m/s. This is important in precision measurements.
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