The Potential Energy for a Certain Mass Moving in One

question 22

Multiple Choice

The potential energy for a certain mass moving in one dimension is given by U(x) = (2.0 J/m³) x³ - (15 J/m²) x² + (36 J/m) x - 23 J.Find the location(s) where the force on the mass is zero.

• A)4.0 m,5.0 m
• B)1.0 m
• C)2.0 m,3.0 m
• D)3.0 m,5.0 m

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