The Position of a Mass That Is Oscillating on a Spring

question 20

Multiple Choice

The position of a mass that is oscillating on a spring is given by x = (18.3 cm) cos[(2.35 s^-1) t]. What is the frequency of this motion?

• A) 0.426 Hz
• B) 1.34 Hz
• C) 2.67 Hz
• D) 0.128 Hz
• E) 0.374 Hz

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