Assertion: Acceleration in SHM is maximum at extremes. Reason: Restoring force ∝ displacement. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Assertion: Acceleration in SHM is maximum at extremes. Reason: Restoring force ∝ displacement.
A. Both true, R doesn't explain A
B. A false, R true
C. Both true, R explains A
D. A true, R false
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Assertion true: a = -ω²x, max at max |x|. Reason true: F = -kx (Hooke's law), and F = ma ⇒ a ∝ -x. Reason correctly explains why acceleration peaks at extremes. Memory tip: 'SHM: F ∝ -x ⇒ a ∝ -x'. Assertion-reason testing SHM fundamentals, frequently examined in competitive exams.

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