In an SHM of amplitude

PHYSICS · Single correct · AP · Physics 1: Algebra-based · Oscillations · Oscillations

Problem

A

, the kinetic energy of the particle is three times its potential energy at some displacement

x

. What is

\dfrac{x}{A}

? (a)

\dfrac{1}{\sqrt{3}}

(b)

\dfrac{1}{2}

(c)

\dfrac{\sqrt{3}}{2}

(d)

\dfrac{1}{4}