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Simple Harmonic Motion: Simple Pendulum MCQ

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Simple PendulumEasyQuestion 31142

Question

Time period of a pendulum depends on:
  1. A
    Mass of bob only
  2. B
    Length and gravity only (for small oscillations)
    Correct
  3. C
    Amplitude for all cases
  4. D
    Shape of bob

Correct answer

Length and gravity only (for small oscillations)

Explanation

T = 2π√(L/g). Independent of mass, material, or small amplitude (isochronous).

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