alleryWhat happens to a pendulum clock when its bob is moved upward?
AIt loses time
BIt stops swing
CIt slows down
DIt gains time
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. It gains time
Moving the bob upward decreases pendulum length, which makes the clock gain time.
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