Simple harmonic motion object problem

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An object in simple harmonic motion has a period of 0.330 seconds and an amplitude of 5.95 cm, starting at rest at x = 5.95 cm. The goal is to determine the time it takes for the object to move from x = 5.95 cm to x = -1.49 cm. The user attempted to use the equation x = A cos(wt + phase angle) but encountered difficulties. The discussion highlights the need for clarity on the equations and methods applicable to solve the problem. Understanding the correct approach is essential for finding the solution.
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I have this problem:
An object is undergoing simple harmonic motion with period 0.330 s and amplitude 5.95 cm. At t=0 the object is instantaneously at rest at x= 5.95 cm.

i need to find :
the time it takes the object to go from x= 5.95 cm to x= −1.49 cm.

I have tried using x = A cos(wt + phase angle)

but get stuck.
 
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jaymode said:
I have this problem:
An object is undergoing simple harmonic motion with period 0.330 s and amplitude 5.95 cm. At t=0 the object is instantaneously at rest at x= 5.95 cm.

i need to find :
the time it takes the object to go from x= 5.95 cm to x= −1.49 cm.

I have tried using x = A cos(wt + phase angle)

but get stuck.
what effort have you put into this??
 
jaymode said:
I have this problem:
An object is undergoing simple harmonic motion with period 0.330 s and amplitude 5.95 cm. At t=0 the object is instantaneously at rest at x= 5.95 cm.

i need to find :
the time it takes the object to go from x= 5.95 cm to x= −1.49 cm.

I have tried using x = A cos(wt + phase angle)

but get stuck.

this is very easy. What equation will you use ?

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