Two equal negative charges are fixed at the points $ [0, a ]$ and $[0, -a]$ on the $y-$ axis. A positive charge $Q$ is released from rest at the points $[2a, 0]$ on the $x-$axis . The charge $Q$ will

  • A

    execute simple harmonic motion about the origin

  • B

    move to the origin and remain at rest

  • C

    move to infinity

  • D

    execute oscillatory but not simple harmonic motion.

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