A Mass Is Attached to a Vertical Spring and Bobs

question 62

Multiple Choice

A mass is attached to a vertical spring and bobs up and down between points A and B. Where is the mass located when its potential energy is a maximum?

• A) at either A or B
• B) midway between A and B
• C) one-third of the way between A and B
• D) one-fourth of the way between A and B
• E) none of the above