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Simple Harmonic Motion
FMA-2016-15 · 2016 F = ma (AAPT)

2016 F = ma Exam — Question 15

The spring attachment is moved back to the end of the rod; the post is moved so that it is in line with the rod and the pivot and the spring is unstretched. The post is then moved away from the pivot by an additional amount l. What is the new frequency of oscillation? L+l l Post Pivot
Source: Question 15, 2016 F = ma Exam, © 2016 American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT) and the U.S. Physics Team. Adapted by PhysicsTrainer: reformatted into a separate question and answer choices for online multiple-choice practice; any shared setup from nearby questions is repeated here. Not affiliated with or endorsed by AAPT or the U.S. Physics Team.