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Simple Harmonic Motion: Simple Pendulum MCQ

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Question

Time period of simple pendulum on surface of moon compared to Earth (g_moon = g_earth/6):
  1. A
    Less
  2. B
    More
    Correct
  3. C
    Same
  4. D
    Zero

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Explanation

T = 2π√(L/g). Lower g → larger T. Pendulum swings slower on moon.