The Position X of an Object Varies with Time T

question 19

Multiple Choice

The position x of an object varies with time t. For which of the following equations relating x and t is the motion of the object simple harmonic motion? (There may be more than one correct choice.)

• A) x = 5 sin²3t
• B) x = 8 cos 3t
• C) x = 4 tan 2t
• D) x = 5 sin 3t
• E) x = 2 cos(3t - 1)

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