The motion of a body is simple harmonic if the ______?

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 = acceleration is always directed towards a fixed point

Explanation

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