The unit step response of the transfer function 1/(s2 + 2s + 3) _______________________?

Correct answer: B. Has a damped oscillatory characteristics

  • A. Has a non-zero slope at the origin
  • B. Has a damped oscillatory characteristics
  • C. Is overdamped
  • D. Is unstable

Explanation

The characteristic equation has natural frequency √3 and damping ratio 1/√3, which is less than 1. Therefore, the unit-step response is underdamped and exhibits damped oscillations, not overdamped or unstable behaviour.

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