Question

2. Two masses (m1 = 8.00 kg and m2 = 10.0 kg) are connected by a massless string that runs across a massless, frictionless pulley. The heavier mass is also connected to a spring, which is attached to the ground and has a spring constant of k = 500 N/m. Both masses are initially placed at the same height. When the masses are released, m2 begins to fall and compresses the spring. How far does m2 fall before coming to a stop?

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