Q.

A spring balance has a scale that reads 0 to 20 kg. The length of the scale is 10 cm. A body suspended from this balance, when displaced and released, oscillates with period of πs10. What is the mass of the body 

see full answer

Start JEE / NEET / Foundation preparation at rupees 99/day !!

21% of IItians & 23% of AIIMS delhi doctors are from Sri Chaitanya institute !!
An Intiative by Sri Chaitanya

a

4.9 kg 
 

b

9.8 kg 
 

c

19.6 kg 
 

d

14.7 kg 
 

answer is A.

(Unlock A.I Detailed Solution for FREE)

Ready to Test Your Skills?

Check your Performance Today with our Free Mock Test used by Toppers!

Take Free Test

Detailed Solution

Given,

mass m = 20kg

x=10×10-2

The time period of oscillation = π10s

We know that,

K=mgx

K=20×9.810×10-2

K=19.6×102N/m

Now,

T2π=mK

m=KT24π2

m=1960×π1024×π2kg

m=4.9kg

Hence the correct answer is 4.9kg.

Watch 3-min video & get full concept clarity
score_test_img

Get Expert Academic Guidance – Connect with a Counselor Today!

whats app icon