Mathematics

Problem

An object attached to a spring performs vertical simple harmonic motion of amplitude

10\,\text{cm}

and period

1.0\,\text{s}

. It is released from its lowest position at

t=0

. After what time (in seconds) will it first be

5\,\text{cm}

above the mean position? a)

0.25\,\text{s}

0.17\,\text{s}

0.33\,\text{s}

0.08\,\text{s}