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Homework Statement
Prove that the maximum speed (Vmax) of a mass on a spring is given by 2(Pi)fA
f = period
A = Amplitude (compression)
Homework Equations
Ek = 1/2mv^2
Et = Ek + Ee
The Attempt at a Solution
So from what I understand, Velocity is maximum when total energy is equal to kinetic energy at the point of equilibrium... this confuses me because if velocity is max at point x=0 then A would also=0 and therefore mess up the question... I am missing something... any insight is appreciated.