A particle of mass m oscillates with simple harmonic motion between points `x_(1)` and `x_(2)`, the equilibrium position being O. Its potential energy is plotted. It will be as given below in the graph

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Answer

D

Explanation

Potential energy of particle performing SHM is given by `PE = (1)/(2) m omega^(2) y^(2)` i.e., it varies parabolically such that at mean position it becomes zero and maximum at extreme positions.