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Date November 2020 Marks available [Maximum mark: 1] Reference code 20N.2.SL.TZ0.7a
Level SL Paper 2 Time zone TZ0
Command term Outline Question number a Adapted from N/A
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20N.2.SL.TZ0.7a
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Outline why the cylinder performs simple harmonic motion when released.

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Markscheme

the «restoring» force/acceleration is proportional to displacement


Allow use of symbols i.e.
F-x or a-x

Examiners report

This was well answered with candidates gaining credit for answers in words or symbols.