AP Physics 1mediummcq1 pt
A 0.30 kg mass on a spring of k = 30 N/m oscillates. Its angular frequency is
A.10 rad/s
B.100 rad/s
C.1.0 rad/s
D.3.2 rad/s
Explanation
Core Concept
ω = √(k/m) = √(30/0.30) = √100 = 10 rad/s.
Correct Answer
A10 rad/s
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