Practice mode Physics

A particle moves in a circle with non-uniform speed. What motion does its projection on a diameter perform?

Correct answer C. Both B and D

Explanation

The projection still oscillates back and forth, so it is vibratory, but because the angular speed varies its acceleration is not proportional to displacement, so it is not SHM.

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