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Simple Harmonic Motion: Energy MCQ

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Question

If amplitude of SHM doubles, total energy becomes:
  1. A
    Double
  2. B
    Triple
  3. C
    Quadruple
    Correct
  4. D
    Same

Correct answer

Quadruple

Explanation

E ∝ A². If A → 2A, E → 4E.