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What is the defining characteristic of oscillation?
What is the defining characteristic of oscillation?
- It involves repetitive movement around a central point (correct)
- It involves irregular and unpredictable movement
- It is always linear
- It is always circular
In which type of motion does oscillation typically occur?
In which type of motion does oscillation typically occur?
- Random motion
- Circular motion only
- Both straight line and circular motion (correct)
- Straight line motion only
What is the essential characteristic of oscillatory motion?
What is the essential characteristic of oscillatory motion?
- Constant speed
- No change in position
- Changing speed (correct)
- Always accelerating
What is the primary difference between simple harmonic motion and oscillatory motion?
What is the primary difference between simple harmonic motion and oscillatory motion?
Which factor distinguishes forced oscillation from free oscillation?
Which factor distinguishes forced oscillation from free oscillation?
What distinguishes an underdamped system from an overdamped system in the context of oscillation?
What distinguishes an underdamped system from an overdamped system in the context of oscillation?