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Acceleration of a body executing SHM is directed towards:

Correct answer: C. Mean position

  • A. Extreme position
  • B. Peak point
  • C. Mean position
  • D. Point of maximum energy

Explanation

In Simple Harmonic Motion (SHM), the acceleration of the body is always directed towards the mean position. This is because the restoring force, which is responsible for the oscillatory motion, is always directed towards the equilibrium position.

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About Simple Harmonic Motion

Simple harmonic motion is oscillation in which acceleration is directly proportional to displacement and directed toward the equilibrium position. Work includes displacement, velocity, acceleration, phase, period, frequency, amplitude and energy, with applications to springs and simple pendulums. The restoring force and the conditions for SHM distinguish it from general periodic motion.

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