Question

For a particle executing simple harmonic motion, which of the following statements is NOT correct?

Options

• The total energy of the particle always remains the same.

• The restoring force is always directed towards a fixed point.

• The restoring force is maximum at the extreme positions.

• The acceleration of the particle is maximum at the equilibrium position.

Answer 1

The acceleration of the particle is maximum at the equilibrium position.

Explanation:

The direction of acceleration `prop` - (displacement) is always directed towards the equilibrium position.