5 Questions
In Simple Harmonic Motion (SHM), what is the equation for displacement?
$x(t) = A\cos(\omega t)$
What is the equation for velocity in Simple Harmonic Motion (SHM)?
$v(t) = -\omega A\sin(\omega t)$
What is the equation for acceleration in Simple Harmonic Motion (SHM)?
$a(t) = -\omega^2 x(t)$
What does the restoring force equation for Simple Harmonic Motion (SHM) represent?
$F = -kx$ represents the force exerted by a spring to restore the particle to its equilibrium position.
What does a larger spring constant ($k$) indicate in a Simple Harmonic Motion (SHM) system?
Higher stiffness and higher frequency of oscillation.
Test your knowledge of determining velocity and acceleration in simple harmonic motion (SHM) with this quiz. Practice recognizing linear velocity, differentiating displacement, and understanding the equations for velocity and maximum velocity in SHM.
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