The Term _____ Refers to a Spring's Maximum Possible Compression

Question

The term _____ refers to a spring's maximum possible compression.
A) free length
B) compression length
C) solid height
D) loading extension

Accepted Answer

Solid height refers to the maximum possible compression of a spring where all the coils are in contact with each other and the spring cannot be compressed any further. Free length refers to the length of the spring in its uncompressed state. Compression length refers to the length of the spring when it is compressed by a certain amount. Loading extension refers to the increase in length of the spring due to the applied load.