A block attached to a spring moves in SHM

PHYSICS · Single correct · AP · Physics C: Mechanics · Oscillations · Oscillations

Problem

0.30\,\text{kg}

block attached to a spring moves in SHM. When the block is

4.0\,\text{cm}

away from equilibrium, its potential energy is

0.18\,\text{J}

. If its maximum speed during the motion is

1.5\,\text{m\,s}^{-1}

, find the amplitude of oscillation. (a)

6.8\,\text{cm}

(b)

5.5\,\text{cm}

(c)

4.0\,\text{cm}

(d)

7.5\,\text{cm}