How to Calculate the maximum transvers accleration and velocity

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Homework Statement

A horizontal string tied at both ends is vibrating in its fundamental mode. The traveling waves have speed , frequency , amplitude , and wavelength .

Calculate the maximum transverse velocity of the point located at lambda/4.
Calculate the maximum transverse acceleration of the point located at lambda/4.

Express your answer in terms of the variables v,f,A,lambda, and appropriate constants.

Homework Equations

Vmax=Acoskx
amax=(2pif)vmax

The Attempt at a Solution

vmax=2pifa
amax=4Api^2f^2

 

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Homework Equations

Vmax=Acoskx
amax=(2pif)vmax

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