For a particle executing simple harmonic motion (amplitude and angular frequency )
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Problem
For a particle executing simple harmonic motion (amplitude A and angular frequency ω), which statement is correct?
(a) Its acceleration is maximum at the mean position.
(b) Its kinetic energy is zero at each extreme position.
(c) Its potential energy is maximum at the mean position.
(d) Its total mechanical energy varies with time.