Multiple choice

Which type of motion is exhibited by a simple pendulum?

  1. Random motion

  2. Oscillatory motion

  3. Circular motion

  4. Curvilinear motion

  5. Periodic motion
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Oscillatory motion: The 'to and fro' motion of a body, e.g. motion of a swing, movement of the 'bob' of a pendulum in a clock etc.

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