Question

Two equal negative charges $-q$ each are fixed at points $(0, -a)$ and $(0,a)$ on $y-axis$. A positive Charge $Q$ is released from rest at the point $(2a, 0)$ on the $x-axis$. The charge $Q$ will

• A. execute simple harmonic motion about the origin
• B. move to the origin and remain at rest
• C. move to infinity
• D. execute oscillatory but not simple harmonic motion

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

execute oscillatory but not simple harmonic motion

Answer 2

Answer (d) execute oscillatory but not simple harmonic motion