JAMB Physics 2001 Question 1

Question 1

Simple Harmonic Motion

In the diagram above, which of the simple pendula will resonate with P when set into oscillation?

Diagram for this question
  1. A.T
  2. B.U
  3. C.R and T
  4. D.Q and R.
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Answer: A (T)

Explanation

A pendulum resonates with another of the same natural frequency, which means the same length. Only T has the same length as P.