Which of the following will reduce the frequency of oscillation of a simple pendulum?
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A.
Increasing the mass of the bob -
B.
Decreasing the mass of the bob -
C.
Increasing the length of the string -
D.
Decreasing the length of the string -
E.
Increasing the amplitude of oscillation
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation
The swing rate of a pendulum is determined by its length. The longer the pendulum, the slower the pendulum swings and vice-versa.