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The x-t graph of a particle performing simple harmonic motion is shown in the figure. The acceleration of the particle at t=2 s is:

 

 

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Options:
  • A -π216 m s-2
  • B π28 m s-2
  • C -π28 m s-2
  • D π216 m s-2
Solution:
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The correct answer is: -π216 m s-2

From the figure, it can be concluded that

A=1ω=2π8=π4

Hence, the equation of motion of the particle is given by

x=Asinωt=sinπ4t   ...1

The velocity of the particle is, then, given by

v=dxdt=ddtsinπ4t= π4cosπ4t   ...2

Hence, the acceleration of the particle can be written as

a=dvdt=ddtπ4cosπ4t=-π216sinπ4t   ...3

Substitute 2 for t into equation (3) to calculate the required value of the acceleration.

a=-π216sinπ4×2= -π216 ms-2

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