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Simple Harmonic Motion: Energy MCQ

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Question

In SHM, total energy is proportional to:
  1. A
    A
  2. B
    A²
    Correct
  3. C
    1/A
  4. D
    A³

Correct answer

A²

Explanation

E = ½mω²A². Total energy is proportional to square of amplitude.