Answer to Question #222994 in Atomic and Nuclear Physics for Haddensen

Question

At the instant the bob of an oscillating pendulum reaches the equilibrium position, the displacement is zero. Which of the following statements correctly describes the kinetic energy of the bob and the tension in the thread from which it is hanging at zero displacement?

A. Zero k.e and max tension

B. Max k.e and max tension

C. Max k.e and min tension

D. Zero K.e and Min tension

Answer 1

NO A. Zero k.e and max tension

NO B. Max k.e and max tension

YES C. Max k.e and min tension

NO D. Zero K.e and Min tension