Calculating Length of Pendulum with 12.0 N Weight and 1.2 s Swing

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Start date Dec 2, 2007
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To calculate the length of a pendulum with a weight of 12.0 N and a swing period of 1.2 seconds, the formula T = 2π√(L/g) can be used, where T is the period, L is the length, and g is the acceleration due to gravity (approximately 9.81 m/s²). Rearranging the formula to solve for L gives L = (T² * g) / (4π²). Substituting the values, the length of the pendulum can be determined. The discussion emphasizes the need for the correct application of the pendulum period formula to find the solution. Understanding these calculations is essential for solving similar physics problems.

Dec 2, 2007

Jtappan

Homework Statement

A clock has a pendulum that performs one full swing every 1.2 s (back and forth). The object at the end of the pendulum weighs 12.0 N. What is the length of the pendulum?
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What is the equation i would use here?

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