QuestionA block hangs on a spring attached to the ceiling and is pulled down 11 in below its equilibrium position. After release, the block makes one complete up-anddown cycle in 1 sec and follows simple harmonic motion.
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(a) What is the period of motion?
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Studdy Solution
STEP 1
1. The block follows simple harmonic motion.
2. The block completes one full cycle in 1 second.
STEP 2
1. Understand the definition of the period in simple harmonic motion.
2. Relate the given information to the definition.
3. Determine the period of motion.
STEP 3
Understand the definition of the period in simple harmonic motion.
The period is the time it takes for one complete cycle of motion.
STEP 4
Relate the given information to the definition.
We are told that the block makes one complete up-and-down cycle in 1 second.
STEP 5
Determine the period of motion.
Since the block completes one full cycle in 1 second, the period is:
The period of motion is:
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