I have a force of 10N for example And would like to obtain t

I have a force of 10N for example. And would like to obtain the spring constant, k.

With the formula of F=kx

How can I find the value of x from the wooden cloth pegs as shown in the figure?

What is the x on this case? Displacement of spring?

Solution

Solution :

X is nothing but the displacement of the spring for the force applied.

So after you apply 10 N of force you have to measure the displacement of the spring keep a point as reference. As it would be difficult for a single person to do it you can use the help of one more person to measure the displacement and be precise in the application of force.