Which of the following statements is true for a simple harmonic oscillator that is not subject to dissipative forces?
A)The potential energy of the system attains a maximum value when the displacement is one-half the amplitude.
B)The kinetic energy of the system attains a maximum value when the acceleration has the greatest absolute value.
C)The total mechanical energy of the system decreases as the mass slows down and increases as the mass speeds up.
D)The total mechanical energy of the system is equal to the maximum value of the kinetic energy of the system.
E)The period of the oscillation varies inversely as the displacement amplitude.

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The total mechanical energy in a simple harmonic oscillator that is not subject to dissipative forces remains constant and is equal to the maximum kinetic energy, which occurs when the object is at the equilibrium position (where potential energy is zero).

Which of the Following Statements Is True for a Simple