For a simple pendulum, a graph is plotted between its kinetic energy $(KE)$ and potential energy $(PE)$ against its displacement $d.$ Which one of the following represents these correctly ? (graphs are schematic and not drawn to scale)
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  • B

  • C

  • D

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