# algebra

The period t ( in seconds) of a simple pendulum as a function of its length l(in feet) is given by t(l) = xpie sqrt 1/32.2
a. Express the length l as a function of the period t
b. How long is a pendulum whose period is 3 seconds.
Is the answer 2 sec for a and 2.25 feet for b?????

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2. Good luck :D

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3. the length of a simple pendulum varies directly with the square of its period. if a pendulum of length 2.25 meters has a period of 3 seconds, how long is a pendulum of 8 seconds?

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