Home Physics Simple Harmonic Motion (Oscillations) Equation of SHM A mass M is performing linear simple harmoni…
Physics Simple Harmonic Motion (Oscillations) Equation of SHM Single Correct MCQ
Published on: September 12, 2026

A mass M is performing linear simple harmonic motion, then correct graph for acceleration a and corresponding linear velocity v is

A
B
C
D

Share this question

For Instagram sharing, use “Apps” on mobile or copy the link.

Text Solution

Verified by Experts
The correct answer is:
A
In simple harmonic motion (SHM), the acceleration and velocity have specific relationships.
Step 1: The acceleration ( abla ext{a}) of an object in SHM is directly proportional to its displacement (x) but in the opposite direction. Thus, abla ext{a} = - abla ext{k} imes x, where k is the force constant.
Step 2: The velocity (v) of the object is maximum at the equilibrium position (x = 0) and zero at the maximum displacement (+A or -A).
Step 3: The graph that represents this relationship shows acceleration as a sinusoidal wave, while the velocity has a phase difference of 90 degrees (cosine wave) relative to the displacement.
Conclusion: Therefore, Option A correctly represents the relationship between acceleration and velocity as expected in simple harmonic motion.

Prepare Smarter with CGP Edu

Get practice questions, solutions, and test series in one place.

Write a Review

Share your experience with this question and solution.

Commentary

Send your comment, doubt, correction, or feedback to admin.

Student Reviews

What students say about this solution

No reviews yet. Be the first to write a review.

Similar Questions

Explore conceptually related problems

CG
CGP Question Assistant Question Bank + AI Help
Hi! Type your question or upload one screenshot. First I will search related questions from CGP Edu Question Bank. If none match, type YES and I will solve it with AI.
Upload only one screenshot at a time. Flow: Question Bank first → If not matched, type YES for AI solution.