Simple harmonic motion is
A) any motion that results in a pure tone.
B) a combination of overtones.
C) a vibration with a restoring force proportional and opposite to a displacement.
D) all of the above.
Ans: C) a vibration with a restoring force proportional and opposite to a displacement.
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