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Why do spring balances show wrong readin...

Why do spring balances show wrong readings after they have been used for a long time?

A

the elasticity of spring increases

B

the elasticity decreases

C

its plastic power decreases

D

its plastic power increases

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The correct Answer is:
B
Due to decrease in elasticity.
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