Physics: Principles with Applications (7th Edition)

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Chapter 11 - Oscillations and Waves - Problems - Page 322: 7

Answer

0.85 kg

Work Step by Step

The spring constant stays the same. Use equation 11-6b to relate frequency, mass, and spring constant. $$f=\frac{1}{2 \pi}\sqrt{\frac{k}{m}}$$ $$k=4 \pi^2f^2m $$ $$ (0.83Hz)^2(m \;kg) = (0.60Hz)^2(m+0.780kg)$$ Solve for m = 0.85 kg.
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