The Position of a Mass That Is Oscillating on a Spring

question 76

Multiple Choice

The position of a mass that is oscillating on a spring is given by x = (17.4 cm) cos[(5.46 s^-1) t]. What is the period of this motion?

• A) 1.74 s
• B) 1.15 s
• C) 1.32 s
• D) 0.869 s
• E) 0.314 s

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