The string of a pendulum of length $l$ is displaced through $90^{\circ}$ from the vertical and released. The minimum strength of the string required to withstand the tension as the pendulum passes through the mean position is:

  • A
    $mg$
  • B
    $3mg$
  • C
    $5mg$
  • D
    $6mg$

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