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Shock absorbers are used in vehicles to

Shock absorbers are used in vehicles to Correct Answer increase ride quality by damping

The correct answer is option 3) i.e. increase ride quality by damping

CONCEPT:

  • Damped oscillation: When there is a gradual decrease in the amplitude of oscillatory motion, it is said to be damped.
    • The decrease in the amplitude is due to an external force that tends to slow down the oscillations.
    •  An example of a damped motion is that of a simple pendulum.
    • The energy of the oscillation is decreased gradually and continuously in this type of motion.
    • The forces which dissipate the energy are generally frictional forces.

EXPLANATION:

  • While travelling over rough roads, the wheels on the vehicles move up and down.
  • The shock absorber system provides a counteracting force opposite to the direction of motion of the wheels.
  • The counteracting force damps the oscillations.
  • This reduces the impact of bumps or rough terrain and hence provides a comfortable ride.
  • Thus, shock absorbers are used in vehicles to increase ride quality by damping.

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