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# When can the motion of a pendulum be modeled as simple harmonic motion?

When can the motion of a pendulum be modeled as simple harmonic motion?

- **A.** When its angular displacement from equilibrium is small.
- **B.** Regardless of the angular displacement.
- **C.** Only when the mass of the bob is very small.
- **D.** Only when the string length is very long.

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