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Simple Harmonic Motion: Definition of SHM MCQ

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Definition of SHMEasyQuestion 31101

Question

SHM is defined as motion in which the restoring force is:
  1. A
    Constant
  2. B
    Proportional to velocity
  3. C
    Proportional to displacement and directed opposite to it
    Correct
  4. D
    Directed away from mean position

Correct answer

Proportional to displacement and directed opposite to it

Explanation

F = −kx. The restoring force is proportional to displacement and always directed toward the mean position.

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