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MediumMCQ
$A$ particle of mass $0.3 \, kg$ is subjected to a force $F = -kx$ with $k = 15 \, N/m$. What will be its initial acceleration if it is released from a point $20 \, cm$ away from the origin? (in $m/s^2$)
A
$5$
B
$10$
C
$3$
D
$15$

Solution

(B) Given: Mass $m = 0.3 \, kg$,force constant $k = 15 \, N/m$,and displacement $x = 20 \, cm = 0.2 \, m$.
According to Hooke's Law,the magnitude of the force is $F = kx$.
Substituting the values: $F = 15 \times 0.2 = 3 \, N$.
Using Newton's Second Law,$F = ma$,the acceleration $a$ is given by $a = \frac{F}{m}$.
Substituting the values: $a = \frac{3}{0.3} = 10 \, m/s^2$.
Therefore,the initial acceleration is $10 \, m/s^2$.
2
EasyMCQ
$A$ particle is executing simple harmonic motion with an amplitude of $0.1 \, m$. At a certain instant when its displacement is $0.02 \, m$,its acceleration is $0.5 \, m/s^2$. The maximum velocity of the particle is (in $m/s$):
A
$0.01$
B
$0.05$
C
$0.5$
D
$0.25$

Solution

(C) The acceleration $a$ of a particle in simple harmonic motion is given by $a = \omega^2 y$,where $\omega$ is the angular frequency and $y$ is the displacement.
Given $a = 0.5 \, m/s^2$ and $y = 0.02 \, m$.
$\omega^2 = \frac{a}{y} = \frac{0.5}{0.02} = 25$.
$\omega = \sqrt{25} = 5 \, rad/s$.
The maximum velocity $v_{\max}$ is given by $v_{\max} = A\omega$,where $A$ is the amplitude.
Given $A = 0.1 \, m$.
$v_{\max} = 0.1 \times 5 = 0.5 \, m/s$.
3
EasyMCQ
The acceleration of a particle in $S.H.M.$ is
A
Always zero
B
Always constant
C
Maximum at the extreme position
D
Maximum at the equilibrium position

Solution

(C) The acceleration $a$ of a particle executing $S.H.M.$ is given by the formula $a = -{\omega ^2}x$,where $\omega$ is the angular frequency and $x$ is the displacement from the equilibrium position.
At the equilibrium position,$x = 0$,so the acceleration is zero.
At the extreme positions,the displacement $x$ is equal to the amplitude $A$ (i.e.,$x = \pm A$).
Therefore,the magnitude of acceleration is $|a| = {\omega ^2}A$,which is the maximum value.
Thus,the acceleration is maximum at the extreme position.
4
EasyMCQ
The displacement of a particle moving in $S.H.M.$ at any instant is given by $y = a \sin \omega t$. The acceleration after time $t = \frac{T}{4}$ is (where $T$ is the time period).
A
$a \omega$
B
$-a \omega$
C
$a \omega^2$
D
$-a \omega^2$

Solution

(D) The displacement of the particle is given by $y = a \sin \omega t$.
The velocity $v$ is the derivative of displacement with respect to time: $v = \frac{dy}{dt} = a \omega \cos \omega t$.
The acceleration $A$ is the derivative of velocity with respect to time: $A = \frac{dv}{dt} = -a \omega^2 \sin \omega t$.
Given $t = \frac{T}{4}$ and knowing $\omega = \frac{2\pi}{T}$,we have $\omega t = \frac{2\pi}{T} \times \frac{T}{4} = \frac{\pi}{2}$.
Substituting this into the acceleration equation: $A = -a \omega^2 \sin(\frac{\pi}{2}) = -a \omega^2 (1) = -a \omega^2$.
Thus,the correct option is $D$.
5
MediumMCQ
The amplitude of a particle executing $S.H.M.$ with a frequency of $60 \, Hz$ is $0.01 \, m$. The maximum value of the acceleration of the particle is
A
$144\pi^2 \, m/s^2$
B
$144 \, m/s^2$
C
$\frac{144}{\pi^2} \, m/s^2$
D
$288\pi^2 \, m/s^2$

Solution

(A) The maximum acceleration $a_{max}$ of a particle executing $S.H.M.$ is given by the formula $a_{max} = A\omega^2$.
Here,$A = 0.01 \, m$ is the amplitude and $n = 60 \, Hz$ is the frequency.
Since $\omega = 2\pi n$,we have $\omega^2 = 4\pi^2 n^2$.
Substituting the values: $a_{max} = 0.01 \times 4\pi^2 \times (60)^2$.
$a_{max} = 0.01 \times 4\pi^2 \times 3600$.
$a_{max} = 144\pi^2 \, m/s^2$.
6
MediumMCQ
$A$ small body of mass $0.10 \, kg$ is executing $S.H.M.$ of amplitude $1.0 \, m$ and period $0.20 \, s$. The maximum force acting on it is .... $N$.
A
$98.596$
B
$985.96$
C
$100.2$
D
$76.23$

Solution

(A) The maximum force in $S.H.M.$ is given by $F_{\max} = m \cdot a_{\max}$,where $a_{\max} = A \omega^2$.
Given: mass $m = 0.10 \, kg$,amplitude $A = 1.0 \, m$,and period $T = 0.20 \, s$.
The angular frequency $\omega$ is given by $\omega = \frac{2\pi}{T} = \frac{2\pi}{0.20} = 10\pi \, rad/s$.
The maximum acceleration is $a_{\max} = A \omega^2 = 1.0 \times (10\pi)^2 = 100\pi^2 \, m/s^2$.
The maximum force is $F_{\max} = m \cdot a_{\max} = 0.10 \times 100\pi^2 = 10\pi^2 \, N$.
Using $\pi^2 \approx 9.8596$,we get $F_{\max} = 10 \times 9.8596 = 98.596 \, N$.
7
EasyMCQ
For a particle executing simple harmonic motion,which of the following statements is not correct?
A
The total energy of the particle always remains the same.
B
The restoring force is always directed towards a fixed point.
C
The restoring force is maximum at the extreme positions.
D
The acceleration of the particle is maximum at the equilibrium position.

Solution

(D) In simple harmonic motion $(SHM)$,the acceleration $a$ is given by $a = -\omega^2 x$,where $\omega$ is the angular frequency and $x$ is the displacement from the equilibrium position.
At the equilibrium position,$x = 0$,so the acceleration $a = 0$,which is the minimum value.
At the extreme positions,$x = \pm A$ (where $A$ is the amplitude),so the acceleration $a = \mp \omega^2 A$,which is the maximum value.
Therefore,the statement that the acceleration is maximum at the equilibrium position is incorrect.
The correct option is $D$.
8
MediumMCQ
$A$ particle of mass $10 \text{ g}$ is executing simple harmonic motion with an amplitude of $0.5 \text{ m}$ and a periodic time of $(\pi / 5) \text{ s}$. The maximum value of the force acting on the particle is ... $N$.
A
$25$
B
$5$
C
$2.5$
D
$0.5$

Solution

(D) The mass of the particle is $m = 10 \text{ g} = 0.01 \text{ kg}$.
The amplitude is $A = 0.5 \text{ m}$.
The time period is $T = \pi / 5 \text{ s}$.
The angular frequency is $\omega = 2\pi / T = 2\pi / (\pi / 5) = 10 \text{ rad/s}$.
The maximum force acting on a particle in simple harmonic motion is given by $F_{\text{max}} = m \omega^2 A$.
Substituting the values: $F_{\text{max}} = 0.01 \times (10)^2 \times 0.5$.
$F_{\text{max}} = 0.01 \times 100 \times 0.5 = 1 \times 0.5 = 0.5 \text{ N}$.
9
EasyMCQ
The displacement of an oscillating particle varies with time $t$ (in seconds) according to the equation $y (cm) = \sin \left[ \frac{\pi}{2} \left( \frac{t}{2} + \frac{1}{3} \right) \right]$. The maximum acceleration of the particle is approximately ..... $cm/s^2$.
A
$5.21$
B
$3.62$
C
$1.81$
D
$0.62$

Solution

(D) The given equation for displacement is $y = \sin \left( \frac{\pi t}{4} + \frac{\pi}{6} \right)$.
Comparing this with the standard $SHM$ equation $y = A \sin(\omega t + \phi)$,we get amplitude $A = 1 \ cm$ and angular frequency $\omega = \frac{\pi}{4} \ rad/s$.
The acceleration $a$ of a particle in $SHM$ is given by $a = -\omega^2 y$.
The maximum acceleration is given by $a_{\max} = \omega^2 A$.
Substituting the values: $a_{\max} = \left( \frac{\pi}{4} \right)^2 \times 1 = \frac{\pi^2}{16}$.
Using $\pi^2 \approx 9.869$,we get $a_{\max} = \frac{9.869}{16} \approx 0.6168 \ cm/s^2$.
Rounding to two decimal places,we get $a_{\max} \approx 0.62 \ cm/s^2$.
10
EasyMCQ
$A$ particle moving along the $X$-axis executes simple harmonic motion. The force acting on it is given by: (Where $A$ and $K$ are positive constants)
A
$-AKx$
B
$A \cos(Kx)$
C
$A \exp(-Kx)$
D
$AKx$

Solution

(A) For a particle executing Simple Harmonic Motion $(S.H.M.)$,the restoring force is directly proportional to the negative of the displacement from the mean position.
Mathematically,this is expressed as $F = -kx$,where $k$ is the force constant.
Given that $A$ and $K$ are positive constants,the force equation for this specific motion is $F = -AKx$.
Therefore,the correct option is $A$.
11
EasyMCQ
$A$ particle executes harmonic motion with an angular velocity and maximum acceleration of $3.5\, rad/s$ and $7.5\, m/s^2$ respectively. The amplitude of oscillation is .... $m$
A
$0.28$
B
$0.36$
C
$0.53$
D
$0.61$

Solution

(D) The maximum acceleration $(a_{\max})$ of a particle executing simple harmonic motion is given by the formula: $a_{\max} = A\omega^2$,where $A$ is the amplitude and $\omega$ is the angular velocity.
Given:
Angular velocity $\omega = 3.5\, rad/s$
Maximum acceleration $a_{\max} = 7.5\, m/s^2$
Rearranging the formula to solve for amplitude $A$:
$A = \frac{a_{\max}}{\omega^2}$
Substituting the given values:
$A = \frac{7.5}{(3.5)^2} = \frac{7.5}{12.25} \approx 0.61\, m$
Therefore,the amplitude of oscillation is $0.61\, m$.
12
EasyMCQ
$A$ $0.10\, kg$ block oscillates back and forth along a horizontal surface. Its displacement from the origin is given by: $x = (10\,cm)\cos [(10\,rad/s)\,t + \pi /2\,rad]$. What is the maximum acceleration experienced by the block?
A
$10\, m/s^2$
B
$10\pi\, m/s^2$
C
$5\pi\, m/s^2$
D
$3.33\pi\, m/s^2$

Solution

(A) The displacement equation is given by $x = A \cos(\omega t + \phi)$,where $A = 10\, cm = 0.10\, m$ and $\omega = 10\, rad/s$.
The acceleration $a$ of a particle in simple harmonic motion is given by $a = -\omega^2 x$.
The maximum acceleration $a_{\max}$ is given by the formula $a_{\max} = \omega^2 A$.
Substituting the given values: $a_{\max} = (10\, rad/s)^2 \times (0.10\, m) = 100 \times 0.10 = 10\, m/s^2$.
Therefore,the maximum acceleration experienced by the block is $10\, m/s^2$.
13
EasyMCQ
In $S.H.M.$,maximum acceleration is at
A
Amplitude
B
Equilibrium
C
Acceleration is constant
D
None of these

Solution

(A) The acceleration of a particle in $S.H.M.$ is given by $a = -{\omega ^2}x$,where $x$ is the displacement from the equilibrium position.
Maximum acceleration occurs when the displacement $x$ is maximum,which is equal to the amplitude $A$.
Therefore,$|a_{\max}| = {\omega ^2}A$.
This occurs at the extreme positions,i.e.,at the amplitude.
14
EasyMCQ
$A$ particle is executing simple harmonic motion with an amplitude of $0.02 \ m$ and frequency $50 \ Hz$. The maximum acceleration of the particle is
A
$100 \ m/s^2$
B
$100 \pi^2 \ m/s^2$
C
$500 \pi^2 \ m/s^2$
D
$200 \pi^2 \ m/s^2$

Solution

(D) The maximum acceleration $(a_{\max})$ of a particle executing simple harmonic motion is given by the formula: $a_{\max} = \omega^2 A$,where $\omega = 2\pi f$.
Given: Amplitude $(A)$ = $0.02 \ m$,Frequency $(f)$ = $50 \ Hz$.
First,calculate the angular frequency: $\omega = 2 \times \pi \times 50 = 100\pi \ rad/s$.
Now,calculate the maximum acceleration: $a_{\max} = (100\pi)^2 \times 0.02$.
$a_{\max} = 10000 \pi^2 \times 0.02 = 200 \pi^2 \ m/s^2$.
15
EasyMCQ
Acceleration of a particle,executing $SHM$,at its mean position is
A
Infinity
B
Varies
C
Maximum
D
Zero

Solution

(D) The displacement of a particle executing $SHM$ is given by $x = A \sin(\omega t + \phi)$.
The velocity is $v = \frac{dx}{dt} = A\omega \cos(\omega t + \phi)$.
The acceleration is $a = \frac{dv}{dt} = -A\omega^2 \sin(\omega t + \phi) = -\omega^2 x$.
At the mean position,the displacement $x = 0$.
Substituting $x = 0$ into the acceleration formula,we get $a = -\omega^2(0) = 0$.
Therefore,the acceleration of a particle executing $SHM$ at its mean position is zero.
16
EasyMCQ
Which one of the following statements is true for the speed $v$ and the acceleration $a$ of a particle executing simple harmonic motion?
A
When $v$ is maximum,$a$ is maximum.
B
Value of $a$ is zero,whatever may be the value of $v$.
C
When $v$ is zero,$a$ is zero.
D
When $v$ is maximum,$a$ is zero.

Solution

(D) In simple harmonic motion $(S.H.M.)$,the displacement is given by $y = A \sin(\omega t + \phi)$.
The velocity is $v = \frac{dy}{dt} = A\omega \cos(\omega t + \phi)$.
The acceleration is $a = \frac{dv}{dt} = -A\omega^2 \sin(\omega t + \phi) = -\omega^2 y$.
At the mean position $(y = 0)$,the speed $v$ is maximum $(v_{max} = A\omega)$ and the acceleration $a$ is zero $(a = -\omega^2(0) = 0)$.
At the extreme positions $(y = \pm A)$,the speed $v$ is zero and the acceleration $a$ is maximum $(a_{max} = \pm \omega^2 A)$.
Therefore,when $v$ is maximum,$a$ is zero.
17
EasyMCQ
What is the maximum acceleration of a particle performing $SHM$ given by the equation $y = 2\sin \left( {\frac{{\pi t}}{2} + \phi } \right)$,where $y$ is in $cm$?
A
$\frac{\pi }{2} \text{ cm/s}^2$
B
$\frac{{{\pi ^2}}}{2} \text{ cm/s}^2$
C
$\frac{\pi }{4} \text{ cm/s}^2$
D
$\frac{{{\pi ^2}}}{4} \text{ cm/s}^2$

Solution

(B) Comparing the given equation $y = 2\sin \left( {\frac{{\pi t}}{2} + \phi } \right)$ with the standard $SHM$ equation $y = A\sin (\omega t + \phi )$:
We get the amplitude $A = 2 \text{ cm}$ and angular frequency $\omega = \frac{\pi }{2} \text{ rad/s}$.
The maximum acceleration $a_{max}$ is given by the formula $a_{max} = \omega^2 A$.
Substituting the values: $a_{max} = \left( \frac{\pi }{2} \right)^2 \times 2 = \frac{\pi^2}{4} \times 2 = \frac{\pi^2}{2} \text{ cm/s}^2$.
18
EasyMCQ
In simple harmonic motion,the ratio of acceleration of the particle to its displacement at any time is a measure of
A
Spring constant
B
Angular frequency
C
(Angular frequency)$^2$
D
Restoring force

Solution

(C) The acceleration $a$ of a particle executing simple harmonic motion is given by the equation $a = -{\omega}^2 x$,where ${\omega}$ is the angular frequency and $x$ is the displacement.
Taking the magnitude of the ratio of acceleration to displacement,we get:
$|a/x| = |-{\omega}^2 x / x| = {\omega}^2$.
Therefore,the ratio of the acceleration to the displacement is equal to the square of the angular frequency.
19
EasyMCQ
The acceleration of a particle performing $S.H.M.$ at a distance of $3\;cm$ from the mean position is $12\;cm/s^2$. Its time period is ..... $s$.
A
$0.5$
B
$1$
C
$2$
D
$3.14$

Solution

(D) For a particle performing $S.H.M.$,the acceleration $a$ is given by $a = -\omega^2 x$,where $x$ is the displacement from the mean position and $\omega$ is the angular frequency.
Given: Displacement $x = 3\;cm$ and acceleration $a = 12\;cm/s^2$.
Taking the magnitude: $12 = \omega^2 \times 3$.
$\omega^2 = \frac{12}{3} = 4$.
$\omega = 2\;rad/s$.
The time period $T$ is given by $T = \frac{2\pi}{\omega}$.
$T = \frac{2\pi}{2} = \pi\;s$.
Using $\pi \approx 3.14$,we get $T = 3.14\;s$.
20
EasyMCQ
If a simple harmonic oscillator has a displacement of $0.02\, m$ and an acceleration equal to $2.0\, m\, s^{-2}$ at any time,the angular frequency of the oscillator is equal to .... $rad\, s^{-1}$.
A
$10$
B
$0.1$
C
$100$
D
$1$

Solution

(A) For a simple harmonic oscillator,the magnitude of acceleration $a$ is given by the relation $a = \omega^2 x$,where $\omega$ is the angular frequency and $x$ is the displacement.
Given: $x = 0.02\, m$ and $a = 2.0\, m\, s^{-2}$.
Rearranging the formula for angular frequency: $\omega = \sqrt{\frac{a}{x}}$.
Substituting the values: $\omega = \sqrt{\frac{2.0}{0.02}} = \sqrt{\frac{200}{2}} = \sqrt{100}$.
Therefore,$\omega = 10\, rad\, s^{-1}$.
21
MediumMCQ
The displacement of a particle varies with time as $x = 12 \sin \omega t - 16 \sin^3 \omega t$ (in $cm$). If its motion is $S.H.M.$,then its maximum acceleration is
A
$12 \omega^2$
B
$36 \omega^2$
C
$144 \omega^2$
D
$\sqrt{192} \omega^2$

Solution

(B) Given the displacement equation: $x = 12 \sin \omega t - 16 \sin^3 \omega t$.
Using the trigonometric identity $\sin 3\theta = 3 \sin \theta - 4 \sin^3 \theta$,we can rewrite the expression as:
$x = 4(3 \sin \omega t - 4 \sin^3 \omega t) = 4 \sin(3 \omega t)$.
This represents a $S.H.M.$ with amplitude $A = 4 \ cm$ and angular frequency $\omega' = 3 \omega$.
The acceleration $a$ in $S.H.M.$ is given by $a = -\omega'^2 x$.
The maximum acceleration is $a_{\max} = \omega'^2 A$.
Substituting the values: $a_{\max} = (3 \omega)^2 \times 4 = 9 \omega^2 \times 4 = 36 \omega^2 \ cm/s^2$.
22
MediumMCQ
$A$ particle is executing $S.H.M.$ Then the graph of acceleration as a function of displacement is
A
$A$ straight line
B
$A$ circle
C
An ellipse
D
$A$ hyperbola

Solution

(A) For a particle executing $S.H.M.$,the acceleration $a$ is given by the equation $a = -\omega^2 x$,where $\omega$ is the angular frequency and $x$ is the displacement.
This equation is of the form $y = mx$,which represents a straight line passing through the origin.
Here,the slope of the line is $m = -\omega^2$,which is negative.
Therefore,the graph of acceleration versus displacement is a straight line with a negative slope.
23
EasyMCQ
The acceleration $a$ of a particle undergoing $S.H.M.$ is shown in the figure. Which of the labelled points corresponds to the particle being at $-x_{max}$?
Question diagram
A
$4$
B
$3$
C
$2$
D
$1$

Solution

(D) The acceleration of a particle in $S.H.M.$ is given by the relation $a = -\omega^2 x$,where $\omega$ is the angular frequency and $x$ is the displacement.
For the particle to be at $-x_{max}$,we substitute $x = -x_{max}$ into the equation:
$a = -\omega^2 (-x_{max}) = +\omega^2 x_{max}$.
This shows that at $x = -x_{max}$,the acceleration $a$ must be at its maximum positive value.
Looking at the provided graph,point $1$ corresponds to the maximum positive value of acceleration.
Therefore,point $1$ corresponds to the particle being at $-x_{max}$.
24
EasyMCQ
The displacement-time graph of a particle executing $S.H.M.$ is as shown in the figure. The corresponding force-time graph of the particle is:
Question diagram
A
Option A
B
Option B
C
Option C
D
Option D

Solution

(D) For a particle executing $S.H.M.$,the displacement $y$ is given by $y = A \sin(\omega t)$.
Acceleration $a = \frac{d^2y}{dt^2} = -A\omega^2 \sin(\omega t) = -\omega^2 y$.
According to Newton's second law,the restoring force $F$ is given by $F = ma = -m\omega^2 y$.
Substituting the expression for $y$,we get $F = -m\omega^2 A \sin(\omega t)$.
This shows that the force $F$ is also a sinusoidal function of time but with a phase difference of $\pi$ radians relative to the displacement $y$.
Therefore,if the displacement graph is a positive sine wave starting from the origin,the force-time graph must be an inverted (negative) sine wave starting from the origin,which corresponds to option $D$.
25
EasyMCQ
The variation of the acceleration $a$ of a particle executing $S.H.M.$ with displacement $x$ is as shown in the figure. Which of the following graphs correctly represents this relationship?
A
Option A
B
Option B
C
Option C
D
Option D

Solution

(C) In Simple Harmonic Motion $(S.H.M.)$,the acceleration $a$ of a particle is directly proportional to the negative of its displacement $x$ from the mean position.
This relationship is given by the equation: $a = -\omega^2 x$,where $\omega$ is the angular frequency.
This equation is of the form $y = mx$,which represents a straight line passing through the origin.
Since the slope $m = -\omega^2$ is negative,the graph must be a straight line passing through the origin with a negative slope.
Therefore,the correct graph is the one shown in option $C$.
26
EasyMCQ
$A$ particle of mass $10 \, g$ performs simple harmonic motion with an amplitude of $0.5 \, m$ and an angular frequency of $10 \, rad/s$. What is the maximum force acting on it in $N$?
A
$25$
B
$5$
C
$2.5$
D
$0.5$

Solution

(D) The mass of the particle is $m = 10 \, g = 10 \times 10^{-3} \, kg = 0.01 \, kg$.
The amplitude is $A = 0.5 \, m$.
The angular frequency is $\omega = 10 \, rad/s$.
The maximum force $F_{max}$ in simple harmonic motion is given by the formula $F_{max} = m \omega^2 A$.
Substituting the values: $F_{max} = 0.01 \times (10)^2 \times 0.5$.
$F_{max} = 0.01 \times 100 \times 0.5$.
$F_{max} = 1 \times 0.5 = 0.5 \, N$.
27
DifficultMCQ
If the acceleration of a particle at a distance of $3 \ cm$ from the equilibrium position is $12 \ cm/sec^2$,what is the time period of the simple harmonic motion in seconds?
A
$0.5$
B
$1$
C
$2$
D
$3.14$

Solution

(D) The acceleration $a$ of a particle in simple harmonic motion is given by $a = \omega^2 y$,where $\omega$ is the angular frequency and $y$ is the displacement from the equilibrium position.
Given $a = 12 \ cm/sec^2$ and $y = 3 \ cm$.
Substituting these values: $12 = \omega^2 \times 3$.
$\omega^2 = \frac{12}{3} = 4$.
$\omega = 2 \ rad/sec$.
The time period $T$ is given by $T = \frac{2\pi}{\omega}$.
$T = \frac{2\pi}{2} = \pi \approx 3.14 \ sec$.
28
DifficultMCQ
For a particle executing simple harmonic motion given by $y(cm) = \sin \frac{\pi}{2} \left( \frac{t}{2} + \frac{1}{3} \right)$,what is the maximum acceleration in $cm/sec^2$?
A
$5.21$
B
$3.62$
C
$1.81$
D
$0.62$

Solution

(D) The given equation is $y = \sin \left( \frac{\pi t}{4} + \frac{\pi}{6} \right)$.
Comparing this with the standard $SHM$ equation $y = A \sin(\omega t + \phi)$:
The amplitude $A = 1 \ cm$ and the angular frequency $\omega = \frac{\pi}{4} \ rad/sec$.
The maximum acceleration $a_{max}$ is given by the formula $a_{max} = \omega^2 A$.
Substituting the values: $a_{max} = \left( \frac{\pi}{4} \right)^2 \times 1$.
$a_{max} = \frac{\pi^2}{16} \approx \frac{9.8696}{16} \approx 0.6168 \ cm/sec^2$.
Rounding to two decimal places,we get $0.62 \ cm/sec^2$.
29
EasyMCQ
The phase difference between the instantaneous velocity and acceleration of a particle executing simple harmonic motion is
A
$\pi$
B
$2\pi$
C
$0.5\pi$
D
$0$

Solution

(C) Let the displacement of a particle executing simple harmonic motion be $y = A \sin(\omega t)$.
The instantaneous velocity $v$ is given by the derivative of displacement with respect to time:
$v = \frac{dy}{dt} = A\omega \cos(\omega t) = A\omega \sin(\omega t + \frac{\pi}{2})$.
The instantaneous acceleration $a$ is given by the derivative of velocity with respect to time:
$a = \frac{dv}{dt} = -A\omega^2 \sin(\omega t) = A\omega^2 \sin(\omega t + \pi)$.
The phase of velocity is $(\omega t + \frac{\pi}{2})$ and the phase of acceleration is $(\omega t + \pi)$.
The phase difference between acceleration and velocity is $(\omega t + \pi) - (\omega t + \frac{\pi}{2}) = \frac{\pi}{2}$ or $0.5\pi$.
30
EasyMCQ
Two simple harmonic motions of angular frequency $100 \, rad \, s^{-1}$ and $1000 \, rad \, s^{-1}$ have the same displacement amplitude. The ratio of their maximum acceleration is
A
$1:10^3$
B
$1:10^4$
C
$1:10$
D
$1:10^2$

Solution

(D) The angular frequencies are given as $\omega_{1} = 100 \, rad \, s^{-1}$ and $\omega_{2} = 1000 \, rad \, s^{-1}$.
Let the common displacement amplitude be $A$.
The maximum acceleration $a_{max}$ for a simple harmonic motion is given by the formula $a_{max} = \omega^2 A$.
For the first motion,$a_{max1} = \omega_{1}^2 A = (100)^2 A$.
For the second motion,$a_{max2} = \omega_{2}^2 A = (1000)^2 A$.
The ratio of their maximum accelerations is $\frac{a_{max1}}{a_{max2}} = \frac{\omega_{1}^2 A}{\omega_{2}^2 A} = \frac{\omega_{1}^2}{\omega_{2}^2}$.
Substituting the values,we get $\frac{a_{max1}}{a_{max2}} = \frac{(100)^2}{(1000)^2} = \frac{10000}{1000000} = \frac{1}{100}$.
Thus,the ratio is $1:10^2$.
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MediumMCQ
The oscillation of a body on a smooth horizontal surface is represented by the equation $x = A \cos \omega t$,where $x$ is the displacement at time $t$ and $\omega$ is the angular frequency of oscillation. Which one of the following graphs correctly shows the variation of acceleration $a$ with time $t$?
A
Option A
B
Option B
C
Option C
D
Option D

Solution

(C) Given the displacement equation: $x = A \cos \omega t$.
The velocity $v$ is the first derivative of displacement with respect to time:
$v = \frac{dx}{dt} = \frac{d}{dt}(A \cos \omega t) = -A \omega \sin \omega t$.
The acceleration $a$ is the derivative of velocity with respect to time:
$a = \frac{dv}{dt} = \frac{d}{dt}(-A \omega \sin \omega t) = -A \omega^2 \cos \omega t$.
Comparing this with the original displacement equation $x = A \cos \omega t$,we see that $a = -\omega^2 x$. At $t = 0$,$x = A$,so $a = -A \omega^2$. This means the acceleration starts at a negative maximum value and follows a negative cosine curve. Graph $C$ represents this variation correctly.
32
MediumMCQ
The maximum acceleration of a particle in $SHM$ is made two times keeping the maximum speed constant. This is possible when:
A
amplitude of oscillation is doubled while frequency remains constant
B
amplitude is doubled while frequency is halved
C
frequency is doubled while amplitude is halved
D
frequency is doubled while amplitude remains constant

Solution

(C) The maximum acceleration is given by $a_{\max} = A\omega^2$ and the maximum speed is given by $v_{\max} = A\omega$.
Let the initial amplitude be $A_1$ and angular frequency be $\omega_1$. Then $v_{\max} = A_1\omega_1$ and $a_{\max} = A_1\omega_1^2$.
If the new amplitude is $A_2$ and new angular frequency is $\omega_2$,we are given that $v_{\max}$ remains constant,so $A_1\omega_1 = A_2\omega_2$.
We are also given that the new maximum acceleration is twice the original,so $A_2\omega_2^2 = 2(A_1\omega_1^2)$.
Dividing the second equation by the first: $\frac{A_2\omega_2^2}{A_1\omega_1} = \frac{2A_1\omega_1^2}{A_1\omega_1} \implies \frac{\omega_2}{\omega_1} = 2$,which means $\omega_2 = 2\omega_1$ (frequency is doubled).
Substituting $\omega_2 = 2\omega_1$ into $A_1\omega_1 = A_2\omega_2$,we get $A_1\omega_1 = A_2(2\omega_1) \implies A_2 = \frac{A_1}{2}$ (amplitude is halved).
Therefore,the frequency is doubled and the amplitude is halved.
33
MediumMCQ
The graphs in the figure show that a quantity $y$ varies with displacement $d$ in a system undergoing simple harmonic motion. Which graph best represents the relationship obtained when $y$ is the unbalanced force acting on the system?
Question diagram
A
$I$
B
$II$
C
$III$
D
$IV$

Solution

(NONE) In simple harmonic motion $(SHM)$,the restoring force (or unbalanced force) $F$ acting on a particle is given by the equation $F = -kd$,where $k$ is the force constant and $d$ is the displacement from the equilibrium position.
This equation $F = -kd$ represents a linear relationship between the force $F$ and the displacement $d$,where the force is directly proportional to the displacement but acts in the opposite direction.
Graphically,this is a straight line passing through the origin with a negative slope.
None of the provided graphs $(I, II, III, IV)$ depict a straight line passing through the origin with a negative slope. Therefore,the question as presented is technically flawed because the correct graph for force versus displacement is not among the options.
34
DifficultMCQ
$A$ particle executes $SHM$ on a straight line path. The amplitude of oscillation is $2 \, cm$. When the displacement of the particle from the mean position is $1 \, cm$,the numerical value of the magnitude of acceleration is equal to the numerical value of the magnitude of velocity. The frequency of $SHM$ (in $s^{-1}$) is:
A
$2\pi \sqrt{3}$
B
$\frac{2\pi}{\sqrt{3}}$
C
$\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2\pi}$
D
$\frac{1}{2\pi \sqrt{3}}$

Solution

(C) Given that the magnitude of velocity $|v|$ is equal to the magnitude of acceleration $|a|$.
For $SHM$,velocity is $v = \omega \sqrt{A^2 - x^2}$ and acceleration is $a = -\omega^2 x$.
Equating the magnitudes: $|v| = |a| \Rightarrow \omega \sqrt{A^2 - x^2} = \omega^2 x$.
Dividing both sides by $\omega$ (assuming $\omega \neq 0$): $\sqrt{A^2 - x^2} = \omega x$.
Solving for angular frequency $\omega$: $\omega = \frac{\sqrt{A^2 - x^2}}{x}$.
Given $A = 2 \, cm$ and $x = 1 \, cm$,we have $\omega = \frac{\sqrt{2^2 - 1^2}}{1} = \sqrt{3} \, rad/s$.
Since $\omega = 2 \pi f$,the frequency $f = \frac{\omega}{2 \pi} = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2 \pi} \, s^{-1}$.
35
MediumMCQ
In $SHM$,the acceleration versus displacement (from mean position) graph:
A
is always a straight line passing through the origin with a negative slope.
B
is always a straight line passing through the origin with a positive slope.
C
is a straight line not necessarily passing through the origin.
D
none of the above.

Solution

(A) The acceleration $a$ of a particle in $SHM$ is given by the equation $a = -\omega^{2}x$,where $\omega$ is the angular frequency and $x$ is the displacement from the mean position.
Comparing this with the equation of a straight line $y = mx + c$,we see that $y = a$,$m = -\omega^{2}$,$x = x$,and $c = 0$.
Since the intercept $c$ is $0$,the graph is a straight line passing through the origin.
Since $\omega^{2}$ is always positive,the slope $m = -\omega^{2}$ is always negative.
Therefore,the graph is a straight line passing through the origin with a negative slope.
36
MediumMCQ
$A$ point mass oscillates along the $x$-axis according to the law $x=x_0 \cos(\omega t - \frac{\pi}{4})$. If the acceleration of the particle is written as $a=A \cos(\omega t + \delta)$,then:
A
$A=x_0 \omega^2, \delta = \frac{3\pi}{4}$
B
$A=x_0, \delta = -\frac{\pi}{4}$
C
$A=x_0 \omega^2, \delta = \frac{\pi}{4}$
D
$A=x_0 \omega^2, \delta = -\frac{\pi}{4}$

Solution

(A) Given the displacement equation: $x = x_0 \cos(\omega t - \frac{\pi}{4})$.
Velocity $v = \frac{dx}{dt} = -x_0 \omega \sin(\omega t - \frac{\pi}{4})$.
Acceleration $a = \frac{dv}{dt} = -x_0 \omega^2 \cos(\omega t - \frac{\pi}{4})$.
Using the trigonometric identity $\cos(\theta + \pi) = -\cos(\theta)$,we can rewrite the acceleration as:
$a = x_0 \omega^2 \cos(\omega t - \frac{\pi}{4} + \pi) = x_0 \omega^2 \cos(\omega t + \frac{3\pi}{4})$.
Comparing this with the given form $a = A \cos(\omega t + \delta)$,we find:
$A = x_0 \omega^2$ and $\delta = \frac{3\pi}{4}$.
37
MediumMCQ
If $x, v$ and $a$ denote the displacement,the velocity and the acceleration of a particle executing simple harmonic motion of time period $T$,then,which of the following does not change with time?
A
$a^2T^2 + 4\pi^2v^2$
B
$\frac{aT}{x}$
C
$aT + 2\pi f$
D
$\frac{aT}{v}$

Solution

(B) For a particle executing Simple Harmonic Motion $(SHM)$,the displacement is given by $x = A \sin(\omega t + \phi)$.
The velocity is $v = \frac{dx}{dt} = A\omega \cos(\omega t + \phi)$.
The acceleration is $a = \frac{dv}{dt} = -A\omega^2 \sin(\omega t + \phi) = -\omega^2 x$.
From the acceleration equation,we have $\frac{a}{x} = -\omega^2$.
Since $\omega = \frac{2\pi}{T}$,we have $\omega^2 = \frac{4\pi^2}{T^2}$.
Substituting this into the ratio,we get $\frac{a}{x} = -\frac{4\pi^2}{T^2}$.
Rearranging this,we get $\frac{aT^2}{x} = -4\pi^2$,which is a constant.
However,looking at the options provided,we evaluate $\frac{a}{x} = -\omega^2$. Since $\omega$ and $T$ are constants for a given $SHM$,the ratio $\frac{a}{x}$ is constant. Thus,$\frac{aT}{x}$ is also a constant because $T$ is constant.
38
DifficultMCQ
Values of the acceleration $A$ of a particle moving in simple harmonic motion as a function of its displacement $x$ are given in the table below:
$A \ (mm \ s^{-2})$$16$$8$$0$$-8$$-16$
$x \ (mm)$$-4$$-2$$0$$2$$4$

The period of the motion is:
A
$\frac{1}{\pi} \ s$
B
$\frac{2}{\pi} \ s$
C
$\frac{\pi}{2} \ s$
D
$\pi \ s$

Solution

(D) For a particle in simple harmonic motion, the acceleration $A$ is given by $A = -\omega^2 x$, where $\omega$ is the angular frequency.
Taking the magnitude, we have $|A| = \omega^2 |x|$, which implies $\omega^2 = \frac{|A|}{|x|}$.
Using the values from the table (e.g., $|A| = 16 \ mm \ s^{-2}$ and $|x| = 4 \ mm$):
$\omega^2 = \frac{16 \ mm \ s^{-2}}{4 \ mm} = 4 \ s^{-2}$.
Therefore, $\omega = \sqrt{4} = 2 \ rad \ s^{-1}$.
The time period $T$ is related to the angular frequency by the formula $T = \frac{2\pi}{\omega}$.
Substituting the value of $\omega$:
$T = \frac{2\pi}{2} = \pi \ s$.
39
EasyMCQ
The displacement versus time graph of $SHM$ is shown. Which of the following is its acceleration versus time graph?
Question diagram
A
Option A
B
Option B
C
Option C
D
Option D

Solution

(B) The displacement $y$ of a particle in $SHM$ is given by $y = A \sin(\omega t)$,where $A$ is the amplitude and $\omega$ is the angular frequency.
Acceleration $a$ is the second derivative of displacement with respect to time:
$a = \frac{d^2y}{dt^2} = \frac{d}{dt}(A \omega \cos(\omega t)) = -A \omega^2 \sin(\omega t)$.
Comparing the equations,$a = -\omega^2 y$.
This means the acceleration graph is an inverted version of the displacement graph,scaled by a factor of $\omega^2$.
Since the displacement graph starts at $0$ and goes positive,the acceleration graph must start at $0$ and go negative.
Looking at the options,option $B$ shows a graph that starts at $0$ and goes negative,which matches the derived equation $a = -A \omega^2 \sin(\omega t)$.
40
MediumMCQ
This is the position-time graph of a mass on a spring. What can you say about the velocity and force at the instant indicated by the dashed line? (Positive direction is to the right.)
Question diagram
A
Velocity is zero,force is to the right
B
Velocity is positive,force is to the right
C
Velocity is negative,force is to the right
D
Velocity is zero,force is to the left

Solution

(A) At the instant indicated by the dashed line,the particle is at its negative extreme position $(x = -A)$.
At the extreme position,the velocity of the particle is zero $(v = 0)$.
The restoring force in a spring is given by $F = -kx$. Since the particle is at $x = -A$,the force is $F = -k(-A) = +kA$.
$A$ positive force indicates that the force is directed towards the positive direction (to the right).
Therefore,the velocity is zero and the force is to the right.
Solution diagram
41
MediumMCQ
The acceleration-displacement graph of a particle executing $SHM$ is shown in the figure. The time period of the simple harmonic motion is:
Question diagram
A
$\frac{4\pi}{\sqrt{3}} \, s$
B
$\frac{2\pi}{\sqrt{3}} \, s$
C
The given graph does not represent $SHM$
D
Information is insufficient

Solution

(A) For a particle executing $SHM$,the acceleration $a$ is given by $a = -\omega^{2}x$.
The slope of the acceleration-displacement graph is $m = \frac{a}{x} = -\omega^{2}$.
From the given graph,the angle made by the line with the negative $x$-axis is $37^{\circ}$. The slope of the line is $\tan(180^{\circ} - 37^{\circ}) = -\tan 37^{\circ} = -\frac{3}{4}$.
Equating the slopes: $-\omega^{2} = -\frac{3}{4} \Rightarrow \omega^{2} = \frac{3}{4}$.
Since $\omega = \frac{2\pi}{T}$,we have $\omega^{2} = \frac{4\pi^{2}}{T^{2}} = \frac{3}{4}$.
Solving for $T$: $T^{2} = \frac{16\pi^{2}}{3} \Rightarrow T = \frac{4\pi}{\sqrt{3}} \, s$.
42
DifficultMCQ
The ratio of maximum acceleration to maximum velocity in a simple harmonic motion is $10\,s^{-1}$. At $t = 0$,the displacement is $5\,m$. What is the maximum acceleration? The initial phase is $\frac{\pi}{4}$.
A
$500\,m/s^2$
B
$500\sqrt{2}\,m/s^2$
C
$750\,m/s^2$
D
$750\sqrt{2}\,m/s^2$

Solution

(B) Maximum velocity in $SHM$ is given by $v_{\max} = a\omega$.
Maximum acceleration in $SHM$ is given by $A_{\max} = a\omega^2$,where $a$ is the amplitude and $\omega$ is the angular frequency.
Given the ratio $\frac{A_{\max}}{v_{\max}} = 10$,we have $\frac{a\omega^2}{a\omega} = 10$,which implies $\omega = 10\,s^{-1}$.
The displacement equation is $x = a \sin(\omega t + \phi)$.
At $t = 0$,$x = 5\,m$ and $\phi = \frac{\pi}{4}$.
Substituting these values: $5 = a \sin(\frac{\pi}{4}) = a \cdot \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$.
Thus,the amplitude $a = 5\sqrt{2}\,m$.
The maximum acceleration is $A_{\max} = a\omega^2 = (5\sqrt{2}) \cdot (10)^2 = 5\sqrt{2} \cdot 100 = 500\sqrt{2}\,m/s^2$.
43
DifficultMCQ
The figure shows the variation of force acting on a particle of mass $400\, g$ executing simple harmonic motion. The frequency of oscillation of the particle is
Question diagram
A
$4\, s^{-1}$
B
$\left( \frac{5}{2\pi} \right)\, s^{-1}$
C
$\left( \frac{1}{8\pi} \right)\, s^{-1}$
D
$\left( \frac{1}{2\pi} \right)\, s^{-1}$

Solution

(B) For a particle executing simple harmonic motion,the force is given by $F = -kx$,where $k$ is the force constant.
From the graph,at $x = 20\, cm = 0.2\, m$,the force $F = -2.0\, N$.
Thus,the magnitude of the force constant is $k = \frac{|F|}{|x|} = \frac{2.0\, N}{0.2\, m} = 10\, N/m$.
The mass of the particle is $m = 400\, g = 0.4\, kg$.
The frequency of oscillation $f$ is given by the formula $f = \frac{1}{2\pi} \sqrt{\frac{k}{m}}$.
Substituting the values,we get $f = \frac{1}{2\pi} \sqrt{\frac{10}{0.4}} = \frac{1}{2\pi} \sqrt{25} = \frac{5}{2\pi}\, s^{-1}$.
44
MediumMCQ
$A$ particle is executing a simple harmonic motion. Its maximum acceleration is $\alpha$ and maximum velocity is $\beta$. Then its frequency of vibration will be
A
$\frac{\alpha}{2\pi\beta}$
B
$\frac{\alpha^2}{\beta^2}$
C
$\frac{\beta}{\alpha}$
D
$\frac{\alpha}{\beta^2}$

Solution

(A) For a particle in simple harmonic motion,the maximum acceleration is given by $a_{\max} = \omega^2 A = \alpha$ $...(1)$
The maximum velocity is given by $v_{\max} = \omega A = \beta$ $...(2)$
Dividing equation $(1)$ by equation $(2)$,we get:
$\frac{\omega^2 A}{\omega A} = \frac{\alpha}{\beta}$
$\omega = \frac{\alpha}{\beta}$
Since angular frequency $\omega = 2\pi f$,where $f$ is the frequency of vibration:
$2\pi f = \frac{\alpha}{\beta}$
$f = \frac{\alpha}{2\pi\beta}$
45
EasyMCQ
Which of the following quantities is always negative in a $SHM$?
A
$\vec F \cdot \vec a$
B
$\vec a \cdot \vec r$
C
$\vec v \cdot \vec r$
D
$\vec v \cdot \vec F$

Solution

(B) In $SHM$,the acceleration $\vec a$ is given by $\vec a = -\omega^2 \vec r$,where $\vec r$ is the displacement vector from the equilibrium position.
Taking the dot product of $\vec a$ and $\vec r$:
$\vec a \cdot \vec r = (-\omega^2 \vec r) \cdot \vec r = -\omega^2 |\vec r|^2$.
Since $\omega^2$ is always positive and $|\vec r|^2$ is always non-negative,the product $\vec a \cdot \vec r$ is always negative (except at the equilibrium position where it is zero).
Therefore,the correct option is $B$.
46
DifficultMCQ
$A$ point mass oscillates along the $x$-axis according to the law $x = x_0 \cos(\omega t + \pi/4)$. If the acceleration of the particle is written as $a = A \cos(\omega t + \delta)$,then:
A
$A = x_0 \omega^2, \delta = 3\pi/4$
B
$A = x_0, \delta = -\pi/4$
C
$A = x_0 \omega^2, \delta = \pi/4$
D
$A = x_0 \omega^2, \delta = -\pi/4$

Solution

(A) Given the displacement equation: $x = x_0 \cos(\omega t + \pi/4)$.
The velocity $v$ is the derivative of displacement with respect to time: $v = \frac{dx}{dt} = -x_0 \omega \sin(\omega t + \pi/4)$.
The acceleration $a$ is the derivative of velocity with respect to time: $a = \frac{dv}{dt} = -x_0 \omega^2 \cos(\omega t + \pi/4)$.
Using the trigonometric identity $-\cos(\theta) = \cos(\theta + \pi)$,we can rewrite the acceleration as:
$a = x_0 \omega^2 \cos(\omega t + \pi/4 + \pi) = x_0 \omega^2 \cos(\omega t + 5\pi/4)$.
Since $\cos(\theta)$ has a period of $2\pi$,$\cos(\omega t + 5\pi/4)$ is equivalent to $\cos(\omega t + 5\pi/4 - 2\pi) = \cos(\omega t - 3\pi/4)$.
Comparing $a = x_0 \omega^2 \cos(\omega t - 3\pi/4)$ with $a = A \cos(\omega t + \delta)$,we get $A = x_0 \omega^2$ and $\delta = -3\pi/4$ or $5\pi/4$.
Note: Checking the provided options,the correct phase shift corresponds to $3\pi/4$ if the initial phase was $-\pi/4$. Given the input equation $x = x_0 \cos(\omega t + \pi/4)$,the acceleration is $a = -x_0 \omega^2 \cos(\omega t + \pi/4) = x_0 \omega^2 \cos(\omega t + \pi/4 + \pi) = x_0 \omega^2 \cos(\omega t + 5\pi/4)$. This is equivalent to $x_0 \omega^2 \cos(\omega t - 3\pi/4)$. If the question intended $x = x_0 \cos(\omega t - \pi/4)$,then $a = x_0 \omega^2 \cos(\omega t - \pi/4 + \pi) = x_0 \omega^2 \cos(\omega t + 3\pi/4)$. Thus,$A = x_0 \omega^2$ and $\delta = 3\pi/4$.
47
MediumMCQ
$A$ coin is placed on a horizontal platform which undergoes vertical simple harmonic motion of angular frequency $\omega$. The amplitude of oscillation is gradually increased. The coin will leave contact with the platform for the first time
A
at the mean position of the platform
B
for an amplitude of $\frac{g}{\omega^2}$
C
for an amplitude of $\frac{g^2}{\omega^2}$
D
at the highest position of the platform

Solution

(B) Let $m$ be the mass of the coin and $N$ be the normal reaction force exerted by the platform on the coin.
The equation of motion for the coin in the vertical direction is given by:
$mg - N = m a$
where $a$ is the acceleration of the platform. For simple harmonic motion,the acceleration is $a = -\omega^2 x$,where $x$ is the displacement from the mean position.
Substituting this into the equation of motion:
$mg - N = m(-\omega^2 x)$
$N = m(g + \omega^2 x)$
However,when the platform moves upwards,the acceleration is directed downwards,so $a = -\omega^2 x$ (where $x$ is positive upwards). When the platform is at the highest point,$x = A$ (amplitude),and the acceleration is $a = -\omega^2 A$.
The equation becomes $mg - N = m(-\omega^2 A)$,which implies $N = m(g + \omega^2 A)$. This does not lead to $N=0$.
When the platform moves downwards,the acceleration is directed upwards. At the highest point of the oscillation,the platform's acceleration is directed downwards. The coin loses contact when the normal force $N$ becomes zero.
This happens when the downward acceleration of the platform exceeds the acceleration due to gravity $g$.
The maximum downward acceleration is $\omega^2 A$. Thus,the coin leaves contact when $\omega^2 A \ge g$,or $A \ge \frac{g}{\omega^2}$.
Therefore,the coin will leave contact for the first time when the amplitude reaches $\frac{g}{\omega^2}$ at the highest position of the platform.
Solution diagram
48
MediumMCQ
For a particle performing $S.H.M.$ given by the equation $y = 2 \sin \left( \frac{\pi t}{2} + \phi \right) \, (cm)$,what is the maximum acceleration of the particle?
A
$\frac{\pi}{2} \, cm/s^2$
B
$\frac{\pi^2}{2} \, cm/s^2$
C
$\frac{\pi^2}{4} \, cm/s^2$
D
$\frac{\pi}{4} \, cm/s^2$

Solution

(B) The given equation for $S.H.M.$ is $y = A \sin(\omega t + \phi)$,where $A = 2 \, cm$ and $\omega = \frac{\pi}{2} \, rad/s$.
The velocity $v$ is given by $\frac{dy}{dt} = A\omega \cos(\omega t + \phi)$.
The acceleration $a$ is given by $\frac{d^2y}{dt^2} = -A\omega^2 \sin(\omega t + \phi)$.
The maximum acceleration $a_{max}$ is given by $|A\omega^2|$.
Substituting the values: $a_{max} = 2 \times \left( \frac{\pi}{2} \right)^2 = 2 \times \frac{\pi^2}{4} = \frac{\pi^2}{2} \, cm/s^2$.

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