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When a spring is stretched, the work done on it is stored as:
AElastic Potential Energy
BKinetic Energy
CThermal Energy
DChemical Energy
✓ Correct Answer: A — Elastic Potential Energy
Stretching a spring requires work which is converted into potential energy due to its deformation.
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