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A simple pendulum has time period T. Its time period in a lift which is moving upwards with acceleration 3m s⁻² is

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Upward acceleration increases effective gravity.

Updated On: Mar 18, 2026

t√9.812.8
t√12.89.8
t√9.86.8
t√6.89.8

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The Correct Option is A

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