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The graph shown was obtained from the experimental measurements of the period of oscillation T for different masses M placed in the scale on the lower end of the spring balance. The most likely reason for the line not passing through the origin is that

a)

Spring did not obey Hook’s law

b)

Amplitude of  oscillation was too large

c)

Clock used needed regulation

d)

Mass of the pan was not neglected



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The graph shown was obtained from the experimental measurements of the period of oscillation T for different masses M placed in the scale on the lower end of the spring balance. The most likely reason for the line not passing through the origin is that

a)

Spring did not obey Hook’s law

b)

Amplitude of  oscillation was too large

c)

Clock used needed regulation

d)

Mass of the pan was not neglected

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Answer Key / Explanation : (d) -

(d)

When no weight is placed in pan, and  shows some value, it means, the pan is not weightless and hence, the mass of the pan cannot be neglected.

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