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AP Physics C: Mechanics/Unit 7 – Oscillations
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Compound Pendulum Restoring Torque

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The period of a compound pendulum is described by the equation T=2πImgdT = 2\pi\sqrt{\frac{I}{mgd}}. If the pendulum’s pivot is relocated to its center of mass, what is the effect on the restoring torque?

A

The torque is doubled

B

The torque remains the same

C

The torque becomes zero

D

The torque is halved

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