Pendulum Tension at Bottom · PhysicsBowl 2007 #22

Physics · mechanics

Problem

A mass m is pulled outward until the string of length L to which it is attached makes a 90-degree angle with the vertical. The mass is released from rest and swings through a circular arc. What is the tension in the string when the mass swings through the bottom of the arc? (a) 0 (b) mg (c) 2mg (d) 3mg (e) It cannot be determined.

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