A Buoy Oscillates in Simple Harmonic Motion as Waves

question 11

Multiple Choice

A buoy oscillates in simple harmonic motion as waves move past it. The buoy moves a total of 13.5 feet (vertically) between its low point and its high point. It returns to its high point every 10 seconds. Determine the velocity of the buoy as a function of t.

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