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Double Pendulum

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What is a double pendulum?

a: A system with two pendulums attached to each other Explanation

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b: A pendulum that swings in two directions simultaneously Explanation

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c: Two pendulums swinging independently Explanation

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d: A pendulum with twice the mass of a single pendulum Explanation

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Which of the following equations describes the behavior of a double pendulum?

a: Newton's second law Explanation

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b: Coulomb's law Explanation

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c: Lagrangian equations Explanation

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d: Ohm's law Explanation

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Why is it difficult to predict the behavior of a double pendulum analytically?

a: The double pendulum violates the laws of physics. Explanation

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b: The double pendulum is an imaginary concept and cannot be observed. Explanation

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c: The behavior of a double pendulum is chaotic and sensitive to initial conditions. Explanation

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d: Analytical predictions of a double pendulum require complex mathematical tools not yet developed. Explanation

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Why do we study double pendulums?

a: For a broader understanding of complex and nonlinear systems Explanation

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b: To understand the linear motion of systems Explanation

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c: To measure the effect of gravity Explanation

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d: It is simple to understand Explanation

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Which one of the following laws is not applicable to a simple pendulum?

a: The time period does not depend on its magnitude Explanation

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b: Time period is proportional to length l Explanation

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c: Time period is proportional to where l is the length Explanation

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d: Time period is inversely proportional to where g is the acceleration due to gravity Explanation

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