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The length of a simple pendulum is 0.71 m, the pendulum bob has a mass of 311 grams, and it is released at an angle of 12° to the vertical.

With what frequency (in hertz) does it vibrate? Assume simple harmonic motion.

What is the pendulum bob's speed (in m/s) when it passes through the lowest point of the swing?

What is the total energy (in joulrs) stored in this oscillation, assuming no losses?

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