The motion of a body is simple harmonic if the?

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A Acceleration is always directed towards a fixed point
B Path of motion is a straight line
C Acceleration is proportional to the square of the distance from a fixed point
D Acceleration is constant and directed towards a fixed point

Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
In simple harmonic motion, the acceleration of the particle is directed towards its mean position and directly proportional to its displacement.

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The motion of a body is simple harmonic if the?

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