7. Applications of Second-Order Equations

Spring-mass Systems — Quiz

Test your understanding of spring-mass systems with 5 practice questions.

Practice Questions

Question 1

In a vertical spring-mass system, what is the equilibrium position?

Question 2

Which equation gives the restoring force of an ideal spring displaced $x$ units from equilibrium?

Question 3

For an undamped, unforced spring-mass system, which differential equation is correct?

Question 4

What is the natural angular frequency $\omega$ of an undamped spring-mass system with mass $m$ and spring constant $k$?

Question 5

What is the period $T$ of an undamped spring-mass system with mass $m$ and spring constant $k$?