Two Objects Oscillate on Springs in Simple Harmonic Motion

question 24

Multiple Choice

Two objects oscillate on springs in simple harmonic motion.Object 1 has mass M₁,amplitude A₁,and a spring with a spring constant k₁.Object 2 has M₂ = 5 M₁,A₂ = 2 A₁,and k₂ = 1.5 k₁.How do the total energies of these two systems compare?

• A)E₂/E₁ = 1/6
• B)E₂/E₁ = 6
• C)E₂/E₁ = 5/6
• D)E₂/E₁ = 6/5
• E)E₂/E₁ = 30

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