The time period of a simple pendulum on the surface of the moon compared to its time period on Earth is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The time period of a simple pendulum on the surface of the moon compared to its time period on Earth is:
A. The same
B. Decreased
C. Increased
D. Zero
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The time period of a pendulum is T = 2 * pi * sqrt(L/g). The acceleration due to gravity on the moon (g_moon) is roughly 1/6th of that on Earth (g_earth). Since g decreases, and T is strictly inversely proportional to the square root of g, the time period T must increase. The pendulum will swing much slower.

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