Question

A restoring force of magnitude F acts on a system with a displacement of magnitude x. In which of the following cases will the system undergo simple harmonic motion?A) FB) F sin xC) F x2D) F xE) F 1/x

Answer 1

For simple harmonic motion

F=-Kx

Step-by-step explanation:

The restoring force in simple harmonic motion is directed away from the displacement, hence the negative sign. Note that the acceleration of simple harmonic motion is always directed towards the centre of motion.