The Kinetic Energy of the Bob on a Simple Pendulum

question 72

Multiple Choice

The kinetic energy of the bob on a simple pendulum swinging in simple harmonic motion has its maximum value when the displacement from equilibrium is at what point in its swing?

• A)zero displacement
• B)1/4 the amplitude
• C)1/2 the amplitude
• D)equal the amplitude

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