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The potential energy U of a body u wil mass moving ill une dimensional conservative force field is given by `U = x^2 - 4x +3`. All units are in Sl. For situation mark out the correct statements(s) 

A

The body will perform simple harmonic motion about x = 2 units

B

The body will perform oscillatory motion but not simple harmonic motion.

C

The body will perform simple harmonic motion with time period `sqrt(2)pis`.

D

If speed of the body at equilibrium position is 4m/s, then the amplitude of oscillation would be `2sqrt(2)m`

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