Pendulum equations - HELP review work, out sick

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The discussion focuses on calculating the period of a pendulum that completes thirty oscillations in 75 seconds. The formula for the period (T) is derived from the total time divided by the number of oscillations, resulting in T = 75 seconds / 30 oscillations = 2.5 seconds. The user emphasizes the need for assistance with the equations related to pendulum motion, specifically the period calculation. This highlights the importance of understanding the relationship between oscillation frequency and time in pendulum dynamics.

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Pendulum equations - HELP! review work, out sick

Homework Statement


What is the period ofa pendulum which makes thirty oscillations in 75.0 seconds?


Homework Equations


HELP!
T = [l]\frac{}{}[/f]

This is what I need!


The Attempt at a Solution


t=[75]\frac{}{}[/30] = 2.5


I was out for an entire week, and the teacher sent home a sheet full of questions like this. I don't have any of the equations though. Help please!?
 
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The period is the time it takes a pendulum to complete one oscillation. If it makes 30 in 75 seconds how long will it take to do one?
 

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