A mass on a spring oscillates with simple harmonic motion of amplitude and spring constant . What is the kinetic energy of the mass when its displacement is ?

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: D.

Total mechanical energy is . Potential energy at is . Kinetic energy is .

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