JEE Main 2014 — Oscillations Question with Solution
JEE Main 2014 (12 Apr Online)
Question
Which of the following expressions corresponds to simple harmonic motion along a straight line, where is the displacement and are positive constants?
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Correct answer
D
Step-by-step explanation
In linear S.H.M., the restoring force acting on particle should always be proportional to the displacement of the particle and directed towards the equilibrium position. i.e.,
or where is a positive constant.
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