Two springs k1 and k2 in parallel: equivalent spring constant:
Ak1 - k2
B√(k1 k2)
Ck1 k2 / (k1 + k2)
Dk1 + k2
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. k1 + k2
Springs in parallel (both stretching by same amount): forces add. So k_eq = k1 + k2. Period decreases (system stiffer).
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