Simple Harmonic Motion: The position of an object that is oscillating on a spring is given by the equation x = (17.4 cm) cos[(5.46 s-1)t]. What is the angular frequency for this motion?

A. 0.183 rad/s
B. 5.46 rad/s
C. 2.34 rad/s
D. 17.4 rad/s
E. 0.869 rad/s


Answer: B

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