What is the oscillation frequency?

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The discussion focuses on calculating the mass and maximum speed of a ball attached to a spring with a spring constant of 17 N/m. The ball is pulled down 7.5 cm and released, completing 16 oscillations in 22 seconds. Using the oscillation frequency derived from the period, the mass of the ball is determined to be approximately 0.25 kg, and the maximum speed is calculated to be around 0.55 m/s.

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What is mass and speed of the ball?

A spring with spring constant 17 N/m hangs from the ceiling. A ball is attached to the spring and allowed to come to rest. It is then pulled down 7.5 cm and released. The ball makes 16 oscillations in 22 s seconds.

1) What is its the mass of the ball? (in g)
2) What is its maximum speed? (in cm/s)
 
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