$A$ body performs linear simple harmonic motion of amplitude $A$. At what displacement from the mean position is the potential energy of the body one-fourth of its total energy?

  • A
    $\frac{A}{3}$
  • B
    $\frac{A}{2}$
  • C
    $\frac{3A}{4}$
  • D
    $\frac{A}{4}$

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