At Sea Level, at a Latitude Where , a Pendulum

question 5

Multiple Choice

At sea level, at a latitude where , a pendulum that takes 2.00 s for a complete swing back and forth has a length of 0.993 m. What is the value of g in m/s² at a location where the length of such a pendulum is 0.970 m?

• A)0.098 3
• B)3.05
• C)9.57
• D)10.0
• E)38.3

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Definitions:

Elevates the Ribs

Refers to the action of certain muscles, such as the intercostal muscles, which increase the volume of the thoracic cavity during inhalation.

Internal Intercostals

Muscles located between the ribs that assist with the process of respiration by decreasing the volume of the thoracic cavity during exhalation.

Superior Border

The uppermost edge or boundary of an anatomical structure.

Inferior Rib

Refers to the lower ribs in the human rib cage, possibly intended to distinguish them from upper ribs but not a standard anatomical term.