Question
The sum of kinetic energy and potential energy of a simple pendulum bob is 0.02 joule. The speed of the simple pendulum bob at equilibrium position is approximately : (Consider mass of the bob = 20 g)
NEET
Physics
Oscillations
2026
NEET 2026 (Cancelled)
NEET Physics Question (2026) — Solution
Options
- A. 0.2 m/s
- B. 1.41 m/s
- C. 14.1 m/s
- D. 2.0 m/s
Answer
B. 1.41 m/s
Step-by-step solution
Total energy of the simple pendulum is given as E = 0.02 J. Mass of the bob, m = 20 g = 0.02 kg. At the equilibrium position, the potential energy is zero and the total energy is purely kinetic. E = 1 2 m v^2 0.02 = 1 2 0.02 v^2 v^2 = 2 v = 2 1.41 m/s. Answer: 1.41 m/s
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