In the Following Equations, a Is Acceleration, a Amplitude, S $\pi$

question 86

Multiple Choice

In the following equations, a is acceleration, A amplitude, s is position, and m is mass. Which equation could describe simple harmonic motion?

• A) a = -kA²
• B) a = \(\pi\)A²
• C) a = -ks^-1
• D) a = 4 \(\pi\)mA²/3
• E) a = - 4 \(\pi\)mx/3

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