In a simple harmonic motion (SHM), where is the kinetic energy of the oscillating particle maximum? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

In a simple harmonic motion (SHM), where is the kinetic energy of the oscillating particle maximum?
A. At the extreme positions
B. At the mean position
C. It remains constant everywhere
D. Halfway between mean and extreme position
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
In Simple Harmonic Motion (like a swinging pendulum), velocity is maximum when the particle passes through its equilibrium or mean position. Since Kinetic Energy = ½mv², KE is maximum at the mean position. At the extreme positions, the velocity is briefly zero, meaning kinetic energy is zero and potential energy is maximum.

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