An object of mass 372 grams [m] is attached to a spring having a Spring Constant of 1.25 N/m [k]. The object is stretched 6.50 centimeters from its equilibrium position [A] before being released.
Simple harmonic motion
Simple harmonic motion is a type of periodic motion in which an object undergoes oscillatory motion. The restoring force exerted by the object exhibiting SHM is proportional to the displacement from the equilibrium position. The force is directed towards the mean position. We see many examples of SHM around us, common ones are the motion of a pendulum, spring and vibration of strings in musical instruments, and so on.
Simple Pendulum
A simple pendulum comprises a heavy mass (called bob) attached to one end of the weightless and flexible string.
Oscillation
In Physics, oscillation means a repetitive motion that happens in a variation with respect to time. There is usually a central value, where the object would be at rest. Additionally, there are two or more positions between which the repetitive motion takes place. In mathematics, oscillations can also be described as vibrations. The most common examples of oscillation that is seen in daily lives include the alternating current (AC) or the motion of a moving pendulum.
![**Spring-Mass System Analysis**
An object of mass 372 grams \([m]\) is attached to a spring with a Spring Constant of 1.25 N/m \([k]\). The object is stretched 6.50 centimeters from its equilibrium position \([A]\) before being released.
**Calculate the object’s Frequency \([f, \, \text{s}^{-1} \, \text{or} \, \text{Hz}]\):**
- A) 0.0868
- B) 3.43
- C) 11.5
- D) 3.07
- E) 0.292
**Calculate the object’s Total Energy \([ME, \, \{J\}]\):**
- A) 0.0406
- B) 0.00264
- C) 0.0812
- D) 0.0508
- E) 0.00330
**Calculate the object’s Maximum Speed \([v_{\text{max}}, \, \{m/s\}]\):**
- A) 0.0355
- B) 0.218
- C) 0.119
- D) 0.00774
- E) 0.195
This exercise involves calculating the frequency, total energy, and maximum speed of an oscillating object in a spring-mass system. Use relevant physical formulas for harmonic motion to determine the correct values.](/v2/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcontent.bartleby.com%2Fqna-images%2Fquestion%2Fa8713e9b-73ac-4e4f-a322-df330d573c40%2F683d580a-ccbc-47ba-911f-072db428cdae%2Fm8gau6_processed.jpeg&w=3840&q=75)
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