The total mechanical energy of a simple harmonic oscillator is
A)
zero as it passes the equilibrium point.
B)
zero when it reaches the maximum displacement.
C)
a maximum when it passes through the equilibrium point.
D)
a minimum when it passes through the equilibrium point.
E)
constant.
E
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