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An oscillator of mass m oscillates according to the equation ψ(y) = Ay exp (−y²/a²) for permissible states where E = 0. Represent the potential energy function on a graph.

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Graph of gravitational potential energy function U(y) with a trough at y/a = 0.

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Graph of gravitational potential energy function U(y) with a peak at y/a = 0.

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Graph of gravitational potential energy function U(y) showing a symmetrical curve at y/a = 0.

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Graph of gravitational potential energy function U(y) with a smooth curve at y/a = 0.

An oscillator of mass m oscillates according to the equation ψ(y) = Ay exp (−y2/a2) for permissible states where E = 0. Represent the potential energy function on a graph.

An oscillator of mass m oscillates according to the equation ψ(y) = Ay exp (−y²/a²) for permissible states where E = 0. Represent the potential energy function on a graph.