AP Physics 1hardmcq1 pt
A 0.60 kg mass hangs from a spring and oscillates with period 1.2 s (π² ≈ 10). The spring constant is about
A.17 N/m
B.6.0 N/m
C.34 N/m
D.1.7 N/m
Explanation
Core Concept
k = 4π²m/T² = 4(10)(0.60)/1.44 ≈ 16.7 N/m ≈ 17 N/m.
Correct Answer
A17 N/m
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