The amplitude of a particle executing simple harmonic motion in 5cm while its angular frequency is 10 rad s-1. calculate the magnitude of the maximum acceleration of the particle
A
0.25ms-2
B
0.50ms-2
C
2.00ms-2
D
5.00ms-2
Verified Correct Answer: D.
Physical Principles & Numerical Solution
amax = \(\omega^2 r = 10^2 \times \frac{5}{100} = 5ms^{-2}\)
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