AIPMT PRELIMS2003Physics-Oscillations

AIPMT PRELIMS 2003 Physics Forced Oscillations and Resonance MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

In case of a forced vibration, the resonance wave becomes very sharp when the :

A

Damping force is small

B

Restoring force is small

C

Applied periodic force is small

D

Quality factor is small

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

A sharp resonance peak occurs when the damping is minimal, allowing the system to oscillate with large amplitude at the resonant frequency.

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