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PHY 102 Test Compilation PHY 102 27 Objective Question
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When an object is displaced from its equilibrium position, the oscillating system undergoes critical damping. Which of the following is true about a critically damped system?
Options
A The object oscillates with its amplitude varying linearly with time
B The object does not return to its equilibrium position for a very long time
C The object returns to its equilibrium position in the shortest possible time
Correct Answer
D The object oscillates with its amplitude decreasing exponentially with time
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Critical damping returns the system to equilibrium fastest without oscillation.

Hint

Critical damping returns the system to equilibrium fastest without oscillation.

Question Info

Course: PHY 102
Topic: Test Compilation PHY 102 27
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1602 of 1819
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