Definition of SHMEasyQuestion 31102
Question
The acceleration in SHM is given by:
- Aa = ωx
- Ba = −ω²xCorrect
- Ca = ω²x
- Da = −ωx
Correct answer
a = −ω²x
Explanation
a = F/m = −kx/m = −ω²x where ω = √(k/m). Negative sign shows acceleration opposes displacement.