Multiple choice

When a simple pendulum is made to oscillate on the surface of moon, the time period_______.

  1. decreases

  2. increases

  3. remains constant

  4. either increases or decreases

  5. none of these
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The time period of simple pendulum is given by T = 2π√(L / g). On the moon, g is much smaller as compared to g on earth. Therefore, T increases.

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