College Physics (7th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-32160-183-1
ISBN 13: 978-0-32160-183-4

Chapter 13 - Vibrations and Waves - Learning Path Questions and Exercises - Conceptual Questions - Page 483: 4

Answer

No this will not be a simple harmonic motion, because in simple harmonic motion, the restoring force is always proportional to the displacement but in this case a constant force of gravity will act downwards which does not depend on displacement of the ball.

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No this will not be a simple harmonic motion, because in simple harmonic motion, the restoring force is always proportional to the displacement but in this case a constant force of gravity will act downwards which does not depend on displacement of the ball.
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