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Problem M. 447. (February 2026)

M. 447. Measure the spring constant of a loose coil spring using weights of different masses comparable to the mass of the spring,

a) using a static method,

b) using a dynamic method (by studying vibrations).

Compare the results obtained using the two methods and try to explain any differences.

(6 pont)

Deadline expired on March 16, 2026.


Statistics:

12 students sent a solution.
6 points: Patócs 420 Péter(1 student).
5 points: Hegedüs Márk, József Áron, Sőtér Hunor Marcell, Sőtér Jázmin Sára, Winhoffer Júlia(5 students).
4 points: 1 student.
3 points: 1 student.
2 points: 1 student.

Problems in Physics of KöMaL, February 2026