Conservation of energy with a pendulum

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The discussion centers on a pendulum's motion and the application of the law of conservation of energy. A user poses a question about where the pendulum bob will end after hitting a nail, suggesting position B as the answer. Other participants confirm that position B is indeed correct based on energy conservation principles. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding energy transformations in pendulum motion. The conclusion reinforces the correct application of physics concepts in solving the problem.
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Homework Statement



A pendulum swings from a height and its string hits a nail as shown in the diagram. At which position A, B, or C will the bob end?

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I think that the answer is B cos of law of conservation of energy. Is this the correct explanation?
 
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hi physicdummy! welcome to pf! :wink:
physicdummy said:
I think that the answer is B cos of law of conservation of energy. Is this the correct explanation?

yup! :biggrin:
 


Yeah, the answer is correct!
 


Hi Tinytim and ashishsinghal,

Thanks for the confirmation!

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