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WWatsford

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on: Jul 27, 2018
In an inelastic collision, the initial kinetic energy is less than the final kinetic energy.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

Does Simple Harmonic Motion occur when the force, acting on a mass, is positively proportional to the displacement (F = kx)? Explain.
 
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Jody Vaughn

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Reply #1 on: Jul 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

FALSE

Answer to Question 2

No. F = kx (k positive) leads to unconstrained motion. One must have the force in opposite direction, F = -kx, to produce SHM.


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