Solve the Problem. -A Pendulum Bob Swings Through an Arc 60 Inches Long

question 39

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-A pendulum bob swings through an arc 60 inches long on its first swing. Each swing thereafter, it swings only 90% as far as on the previous swing. How far will it swing altogether before coming to a complete stop?

• A) 67 inches
• B) 133 inches
• C) 300 inches
• D) 600 inches

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