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I should add that there is no friction anywhere* As far as I understand, equilibrium refers to the mean displacement of the simple harmonic motion. Though now I think equilibrium refers to dynamic equilibrium between forces. Is this correct?

Homework Statement A mass (m = 1.20 kg), originally at rest, is attached to one end of an unstretched spring (k = 790 N/m) and the other end is fixed to a wall. The mass is then pulled with a constant force to stretch the spring. As a result, the system comes to a momentary stop after the mass...

I am in first year in a mechanical engineering program. As you might have guessed, I'm here for help but I understand there are high school students present on the forums as well (I was referred here by one!) so I'll try to help out when I can!