AP Physics 1mediummcq1 pt
A mass on a spring has a period of 0.50 s. Its angular frequency is about
A.13 rad/s
B.6.3 rad/s
C.0.50 rad/s
D.3.1 rad/s
Explanation
Core Concept
ω = 2π/T = 6.28/0.50 ≈ 12.6 rad/s ≈ 13 rad/s.
Correct Answer
A13 rad/s
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