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Simple Harmonic Motion: Velocity in SHM MCQ

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Velocity in SHMMediumQuestion 31106

Question

Velocity in SHM at displacement x is:
  1. A
    v = ω√(A² + x²)
  2. B
    v = ω√(A² − x²)
    Correct
  3. C
    v = ωA
  4. D
    v = ω(A − x)

Correct answer

v = ω√(A² − x²)

Explanation

Energy conservation: ½mv² + ½kx² = ½kA². → v = ω√(A² − x²).