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Q · OscillationMedium · 45s
Which of the following correctly describes damping? 1. It reduces amplitude over time. 2. It shifts the natural frequency to a higher value.
TopicOscillation
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Damping reduces amplitude. It slightly lowers the natural frequency, not increases it.
Final Answer: Option A - 1 only