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A pendulum of length L and mass M has two (2) identical springs connected to it as shown. Assume the same constant k for both springs. Find the frequency of vibration of the system for small values of the amplitude (small θ). Assume the vertical suspension rod of length L is rigid, but ignore its mass.
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