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QuizMultiple Choice

Modeling with Periodic Functions

Question 7 • SS26 Math 3 S2 [M3960OX]

A weight attached to a spring is at its lowest point, 9 inches below equilibrium, at time t = 0 seconds. When the weight it released, it oscillates and returns to its original position at t = 3 seconds. Which of the following equations models the distance, d, of the weight from its equilibrium after t seconds?

Answer
A
d = negative 9 cosine (StartFraction pi Over 3 EndFraction t)
Option A
B
d = negative 9 cosine (StartFraction 2 pi Over 3 EndFraction t)
Option B
C
d = negative 3 cosine (StartFraction pi Over 9 EndFraction t)
Option C
D
d = negative 3 cosine (StartFraction 2 pi Over 9 EndFraction t)
Option D
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