Two simple harmonic motions $y_1 = A \sin \omega t$ and $y_2 =A \cos \omega t$ are superimposed on a particle of mass $m.$ The total mechanical energy of the particle is :
  • A$\frac{1}{2} m\omega ^2 A^2$
  • B$m\omega ^2 A^2$
  • C$\frac{1}{4} m\omega ^2 A^2$
  • D
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