A Mass Hangs from a Spring That Is Fixed to the Ceiling

question 46

Multiple Choice

A mass hangs from a spring that is fixed to the ceiling. The mass is now pulled down and released so the mass oscillates up and down. Which of the following statements is true?

• A) The kinetic energy of the oscillating mass is a constant.
• B) Adding mass to the spring will make it oscillate faster.
• C) The restoring force of the spring is equal to the weight of the mass.
• D) The gravitational force on the mass oscillates at the same frequency as the mass.
• E) None of these is true.

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