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PHY 104 Oscillatory Motion Objective Question
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In forced oscillations, after the 'transient effect' dies away, the oscillating body eventually oscillates with which frequency?
Options
A Its natural frequency (ω₀).
B The frequency of the applied driving force (ω_d).
Correct Answer
C The average of its natural frequency and the driving force frequency.
D A frequency dependent on the damping constant 'b'.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 23 states: 'Eventually, the body yields to the external force and oscillates with constant amplitude and phase, and with the frequency of the applied force.'

Hint

Consider what happens when a continuous external force dictates the rhythm of oscillation.

Question Info

Course: PHY 104
Topic: Oscillatory Motion
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 287 of 947
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