What is the phase of the simple harmonic motion at t = 10.0 s?

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The phase of the simple harmonic motion described by the function x = (2.0 m) cos[(6π rad/s)t + π/2 rad] at t = 10.0 s is calculated to be 190 rad. The confusion arose from miscalculating the values of displacement and acceleration, which were confirmed to be zero at that time. The correct approach involves substituting the time into the phase equation and ensuring the calculator is set to radians.

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Homework Statement



The function x = (2.0 m) cos[(6π rad/s)t + π/2 rad] gives the simple harmonic motion of a body. Find the following values at t = 10.0 s.

I am having trouble finding the phase of the motion, The book gives an answer of 190 rad, I am not sure how they got that

Homework Equations



V(t) = -12[itex]\pi[/itex]Sin(6[itex]\pi[/itex]t+([itex]\pi[/itex]/2))
a(t) = -12[itex]\pi[/itex](6[itex]\pi[/itex])Cos(6[itex]\pi[/itex]t+([itex]\pi[/itex]/2))


The Attempt at a Solution



The displacement and acceleration are zero, but for some reason when i plug them into my calculator (it is set to radians) i keep getting answers other than zero, any suggestions?
 
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