For Periodic Motion, the Maximum Displacement from the Equilibrium Point

question 14

Multiple Choice

For periodic motion, the maximum displacement from the equilibrium point is called the

• A) amplitude.
• B) wavelength.
• C) frequency.
• D) period.
• E) energy.

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