Q53 / 59 · NEST (NISER) 2018 · Physics

A particle performs simple harmonic motion. A large number of snapshots of its position are taken at random. A histogram of these positions will

Correct answer
A
have a minimum around the mean position.
B
have a maximum around the mean position.
C
resemble a sinusoidal curve.
D
be almost flat.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'A'.

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