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The block, starting from rest, slides down the ramp a distance $41$ cm before hitting the spring. How far, in centimeters, is the spring compressed as the block comes to momentary rest?

The block, starting from rest, slides down the ramp a distance $41$ cm before hitting the spring. How far, in centimeters, is the spring compressed as the block comes to momentary rest?

Write an expression for the speed of the boat with respect to Earth $($vBE$)$ in terms of variables from the problem statement.

vBE $=$