A particle moving along the y-axis has the potential energy u =4y3j, where y is in m. what is the y-component of the force on the particle at y=0 m, 1 m, and 2?
And why F= = - 12 * y^2?

A1-lb collar is attached to a spring and slides without friction along a circular rod in a vertical plane. the spring has an undeformed length of 5 in. and a constant k =25 lb/ft. knowing that the collar is released from being held at a determine, the speed of the collar and the normal force between the collar and the rod as the collar passes through b.

Which one of the following terms is used to indicate the natural tendency of an object to remain at rest or in motion at a constant speed along a straight line? velocity acceleration equilibrium force inertia

The sound level near a noisy air conditioner is 70 db. if two such units operate side by side, the sound level near the, would bea. 70dbb. 73 dbc. 105 dbd 140 db