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SHM: zero acceleration,
maximum speed?
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An ideal SHM oscillator has amplitude 0.040 m and frequency 2.0 Hz.
1. At equilibrium, which is zero: speed or acceleration?
2. Calculate the maximum acceleration magnitude.
3. At the positive turning point, which way does acceleration point?
Answers
1. Acceleration is zero. Speed is maximum, not zero.
2. ω = 2πf = 12.57 rad/s. |a|max = ω²A = 6.3 m/s².
3. Towards equilibrium, in the negative-displacement direction.
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SHM: zero acceleration,
maximum speed?
AQA A-level Physics | Three-page quality sample
What is this?
Two real teaching pages from the detailed Circular Motion + SHM pack,
plus an original quick check below. This is a sample, not the full course.
Try it before reading pages 2–3
An ideal SHM oscillator has amplitude 0.040 m and frequency 2.0 Hz.
1. At equilibrium, which is zero: speed or acceleration?
2. Calculate the maximum acceleration magnitude.
3. At the positive turning point, which way does acceleration point?
Answers
1. Acceleration is zero. Speed is maximum, not zero.
2. ω = 2πf = 12.57 rad/s. |a|max = ω²A = 6.3 m/s².
3. Towards equilibrium, in the negative-displacement direction.
Before buying any notes
Check your exam board, topic coverage and the listing preview.
The following pages show the actual layout and depth of the detailed
notes. The full detailed pack has 15 pages and 16 tasks with solutions.
The full Circular Motion and SHM pack is available in the shop.
Check its listing for the current price and preview before buying.
Browse Physics Notes 4U
https://www.stuvia.com/en-gb/user/physicsnotes4u
Independent original notes, not produced or endorsed by AQA.
Practice is not official exam material. October 2026.
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