Physics

Physics

Problem

A 1.0 kg cart moves frictionlessly along a straight track. Its potential energy U(x) at various positions x is given in the table. x (m): 0 0.50 1.0 1.5 2.0 U (J): 8.0 4.5 2.0 4.5 8.0 The cart is released from rest at x = 0. At which listed position is its speed greatest? a) 0.50 m0.50\ \text{m} b) 1.0 m1.0\ \text{m} c) 1.5 m1.5\ \text{m} d) 2.0 m2.0\ \text{m}

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