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PHY 104 Oscillatory Motion Objective Question

Question

The Quality Factor Q can be expressed in terms of angular frequency ω and time constant τ as:
Options
A Q = ωτ
Correct Answer
B Q = ω/τ
C Q = τ/ω
D Q = 2πωτ
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Equation (54a) on page 22 explicitly states the relationship as 'Q = ωτ'.

Hint

The angular frequency is in radians per second, and the time constant is in seconds. What dimensionless combination can you make?

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