Asked in UHS MDCAT 2016 2016Moderate

Resonance occurs when the driving frequency is:

Correct answer: D. Equal to the natural frequency

  • A. Greater than natural frequency
  • B. Unequal the natural frequency
  • C. Less than natural frequency
  • D. Equal to the natural frequency

Explanation

Resonance occurs when the driving frequency equals the natural frequency. Resonance occurs when an object experiences an oscillating force that's close to one of its "natural" frequencies, at which it easily oscillates.

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