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IB Physics · C.1 · free response

SHM extreme values 9

Wave behaviour · Simple harmonic motion · Original GioPhysics question with a detailed, mark-by-mark answer guide.

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Marks
5
Topics
2
Answer
Complete
Question5 marks

An oscillator has amplitude 0.076 m and period 1.92 s. Determine its angular frequency, maximum speed, and maximum acceleration.

Task interpretation

What a complete response should do

Develop a connected physics argument and support each claim with a relationship, calculation, or observation.

Split the problem into linked stages and state why each relationship applies.

Response type
free response
Allocation
5 marks
Demand
demanding
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