The amplitude of a damped oscillator varies with time as $A(t) = A_0 \exp(-bt / 2m)$, where $b = 70 \text{ g/s}$ and $m = 200 \text{ g}$. How long does it take for the mechanical energy to drop to one-fourth of its initial value (in $s$)? (Take $\ln 2 = 0.7$)

  • A
    $2.0$
  • B
    $4.0$
  • C
    $2.5$
  • D
    $3.5$

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