JEE Main · 2026 · 21 Jan 2026 · Shift 1 · Units & Measurement

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In an experiment the values of two spring constants were measured as and . If these springs are connected in parallel, then the percentage error in equivalent spring constant is :
  1. (A)
  2. (B)
  3. (C)
  4. (D)✓ Correct

Answer: (D)

Solution

In a parallel combination the spring constants add, so . For a sum the absolute errors add, giving . The percentage error is therefore .

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