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AP Physics C: Mechanics/Unit 7 – Oscillations
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Physical Pendulum Period and Mass

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A uniform rod of length L and mass M, pivoted at one end, oscillates as a physical pendulum. If the rod’s mass is changed to 2M while its length L remains constant, how is the period of oscillation affected?

A

The period increases by a factor of 2

B

The period increases by a factor of √2

C

The period remains the same

D

The period decreases by a factor of 2

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