For a mass–spring system executing simple harmonic motion

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Problem

For a mass–spring system executing simple harmonic motion, which one of the following statements is correct? (a)

\text{Kinetic energy is maximum at the extreme positions.}

(b)

\text{Total mechanical energy varies with displacement.}

(c)

\text{Potential energy is zero at the equilibrium position.}

(d)

\text{Kinetic energy equals potential energy at the equilibrium position.}