a child is swinging back and forth on a swing. changes in her kinetic energy and potential energy are happening each moment. at which point, or multiple points, in her swinging would each of these two types of energy be at a maximum? in one to two sentences, describe these points and which type of energy is at a maximum at each point.
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The child's potential energy is maximum at the highest point of the swing, when she is momentarily stationary before changing direction. On the other hand, the child's kinetic energy is maximum at the lowest point of the swing, when she is swinging forward with the highest velocity.
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At the highest point in her swing, when the child momentarily comes to a stop before changing direction, her potential energy is at a maximum. Conversely, at the lowest point of her swing, when she is moving forward with the highest velocity, her kinetic energy is at a maximum.
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