The New England Merchants Bank Building in Boston is 152 m high. On windy days it sways with a frequency of 0.21 Hz, and the acceleration of the top of the building can reach 1.6% of the free-fall acceleration, enough to cause discomfort for occupants. Part A What is the total distance, side to side, that the top of the building moves during such an oscillation? Express your answer with the appropriate units. 2A= μA Value Submit Request Answer Units ? help

The New England Merchants Bank Building in Boston is 152 m high. On windy days it sways with a frequency of 0.21 Hz, and the acceleration of the top of the building can reach 1.6% of the free-fall acceleration, enough to cause discomfort for occupants. Part A What is the total distance, side to side, that the top of the building moves during such an oscillation? Express your answer with the appropriate units. 2A= μA Value Submit Request Answer Units ? help

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An Introduction to Physical Science

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