For a particle executing simple harmonic motion of amplitude

PHYSICS · Single correct · A Level · Physics · Further mechanics and thermal physics · Further mechanics and thermal physics

Problem

A

, at which displacement from the mean position will the kinetic energy equal the potential energy? (a)

x=\dfrac{A}{2}

(b)

x=0

(c)

x=\dfrac{A}{\sqrt{2}}

(d)

x=\dfrac{A}{\sqrt{3}}