Physics
The pendulum used in a clock is:
- Simple pendulum
- Compound pendulum
- Second pendulum
- None of these
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Answer
Compound pendulum
Reason — Compound pendulums have a more constant period of oscillation over a wider range of amplitudes, making them suitable for use in clocks.
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