Q. A simple pendulum is suspended from the ceiling of a stationary elevator and its period of oscillation is $T.$ The elevator is then set into motion and the new time period is found to be longer. Then the elevator is

A) Accelerated upward
B) Accelerated downward
C) Moving downward with nonuniform speed
D) Moving downward with uniform speed
Explanation

The correct answer is Option B: Accelerated downward.

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Dr. Abubacker
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Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist

Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.

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