The period of a simple pendulum is measured as $T$ in a stationary lift. If the lift moves upwards with an acceleration of $5g$,the new period will be:

  • A
    The same
  • B
    Increased by $3/5$
  • C
    Decreased by $2/3$ times
  • D
    None of the above

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