Physics Technology Update (4th Edition)

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Chapter 13 - Oscillations About Equilibrium - Conceptual Questions - Page 445: 5

Answer

Period is independent of amplitude for a mass-spring system.

Work Step by Step

Remember that the formula defining the period of a mass-spring system is equal to $$T=2\pi \sqrt{\frac{m}{k}}$$ This formula is independent of amplitude. Therefore, as amplitude increases, the period remains the same.
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