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Published on: September 13, 2026
A particle is executing simple harmonic motion (SHM). The ratio of potential energy and kinetic energy of the particle when its displacement is half of its amplitude will be
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The formula to calculate the potential energy of the particle executing SHM is given by
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The formula to calculate the kinetic energy of the same particle is given by
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Divide equation by equation to obtain the required ratio.
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Substitute 
for x into equation to calculate the required ratio.
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