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Simple Harmonic Motion — Quiz

Question 8 • Physics

When a mass on a spring is at maximum displacement, what quantity is at a minimum?

Answer
A
velocity
B
acceleration
C
amplitude
D
net force

Explanation

At maximum displacement, the mass is at a turning point, so its instantaneous velocity is zero—the minimum speed in the oscillation. The restoring force and acceleration are greatest in magnitude there, while amplitude stays constant.

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