The Position of an Object That Is Oscillating on a Spring

question 291

Multiple Choice

The position of an object that is oscillating on a spring is given by the equation x = (17.4 cm) cos[(5.46 s-1) t]. What is the angular frequency for this motion?

• A) 0.869 rad/s
• B) 2.34 rad/s
• C) 17.4 rad/s
• D) 0.183 rad/s
• E) 5.46 rad/s

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