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2. | A body executes simple harmonic motion. The potential energy, the kinetic energy and total energy are measured as a function of displacement x. Which of the following statements is true? | |
A. | Kinetic energy is maximum when x = 0 | |
B. | Total energy is zero, when x = 0 | |
C. | Kinetic energy is maximum when x is maximum | |
D. | Potential energy is maximum when x = 0 | |
Answer: Option A | |
Explanation: | |
The kinetic energy of a simple harmonic oscillator is maximum when x = 0. |
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