Oscillations - Result Question 15

18. Which one of the following statements is true for the speed v and the acceleration a of a particle executing simple harmonic motion?

(a) When v is maximum, a is zero

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(b) When v is maximum, a is maximum

(c) Value of a is zero, whatever may be the value of v

(d) When v is zero, a is zero

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Answer:

Correct Answer: 18. (a)

Solution:

  1. (a) When v is maximum, a is zero

v=ωA2x2;a=ω2x vmax at x=0, but at x=0,a=0



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