This is another time to look at Newton's 2nd law of motion:
Net Force = (mass) x (acceleration)
If the object is not moving, then its acceleration is certainly zero, and Newton's law looks like this:
Net Force = (mass) x (zero)
or Net Force = (zero) .
"Net Force = zero" means that if there ARE any forces acting on the object, then they add up to zero, and we call them "balanced" forces.
So the answer is '<em>yes</em>', and that's why.
Answer:
At the end points of motion (either side) the velocity must be zero because the velocity is changing from - to + (it can't turn around around without passing thru zero,
The velocity will then increase to the midpoint of the motion.
m g h = 1/2 m v^2 where h is the vertical distance thru which the pendulum travels
You can describe the motion of an object by its position, speed, direction, and acceleration
If you're using the bulb as a source of light, then it's. 14/60 = 23.3% efficient.
If you're using it to heat a bird nest or a hamster cage, then it's. 46/60 = 76.7% efficient !
It just depends on your point of view, and what you consider 'useful' output.