Simple Harmonic Motion Characteristics Quiz
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What factor does not affect the period of a simple harmonic oscillator?

  • Spring constant
  • Damping force
  • Mass of the oscillating object
  • Amplitude (correct)

What is the defining characteristic of simple harmonic motion?

  • Frictionless motion
  • Non-linear displacement
  • Variable amplitude
  • Constant acceleration (correct)

In simple harmonic motion, where is the maximum kinetic energy of the system?

  • At the minimum displacement from the equilibrium position
  • At the equilibrium position (correct)
  • At the maximum displacement from the equilibrium position
  • Independent of the displacement

What is the relationship between the frequency and period of a simple harmonic oscillator?

<p>Inverse (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the phase constant in the equation for a simple harmonic oscillator's displacement?

<p>The initial angle (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the equation that represents the displacement of a simple harmonic oscillator?

<p>$x = A \sin(\omega t)$ (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the period of a simple harmonic oscillator when the spring constant increases?

<p>The period remains unchanged (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In simple harmonic motion, which factor determines the maximum kinetic energy of the system?

<p>Angular velocity (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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