Physics-Damped & Forced Oscillations

NEET Physics Damped & Forced Oscillations MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

Which of the following statements about damped and forced oscillations is correct?

A

Damped oscillations result in a decrease of mechanical energy due to external forces.

B

The displacement of a damped oscillator is independent of the damping constant.

C

In forced oscillations, the system does not require external energy input to maintain its motion.

D

The period of a damped oscillator is always greater than that of an undamped oscillator regardless of damping strength.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

Damped oscillations are characterized by a reduction in mechanical energy due to external forces, as stated in the NCERT context. The other statements incorrectly describe the nature of damped and forced oscillations.

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