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A body executes simple harmonic motion. The potential energy (P.8.), the kinetic energy (K.E.) and total energy (T.E.) are measured as a function of
displacement x. Which one of the following statements is true ?

a
PE. is maximum when x=0
b
K.E. is maximum when x=0
c
T.E. is zero when x =0
d
K.E. is maximum when x is maximum

detailed solution

Correct option is B

Kinetic energy is maximum at mean position i.e., at  x=0

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