Which of the following statements is not true? In the case of a simple pendulum for small amplitudes, the period of oscillation is:

  • A
    Directly proportional to the square root of the length of the pendulum
  • B
    Inversely proportional to the square root of the acceleration due to gravity
  • C
    Dependent on the mass, size, and material of the bob
  • D
    Independent of the amplitude

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