University Physics with Modern Physics (14th Edition)

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Chapter 14 - Periodic Motion - Problems - Discussion Questions - Page 459: Q14.3

Answer

Yes.

Work Step by Step

The restoring force that is proportional to the displacement ensures that the tines of the tuning fork undergo SHM (though its amplitude decreases over time). This is important because in SHM, the frequency remains constant, and the sound emitted by a tuning fork is used as a reference to ensure that instruments are in tune.
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