Frequency of oscillations of object

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The discussion centers on calculating the frequency of oscillations for an object, where the equation sin(20t) is equated to sin(wt). The user determines that the angular frequency (w) is 20, leading to a frequency (f) calculation of 20/2π. Several participants agree that the provided answer (C) is incorrect and support the user's calculation. The consensus is that the user’s solution is accurate, while the given answer is erroneous.
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Homework Statement


what's the frequency of the oscillations of object?


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The Attempt at a Solution


since sin20t = sin wt ,
so , w=20=2pi f ,
my f is 20/2pi . the ans given is C .
which is wrong?
 

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I'd say that you are correct and that the given answer is wrong.
 
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desmond iking said:

Homework Statement


what's the frequency of the oscillations of object?


Homework Equations





The Attempt at a Solution


since sin20t = sin wt ,
so , w=20=2pi f ,
my f is 20/2pi . the ans given is C .
which is wrong?

Yours is correct. C is wrong.

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I third the motion.
 
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