The graph shown was obtained from experimental measurements of the period of oscillations $T$ for different masses $M$ placed in the scale pan on the lower end of the spring balance. The most likely reason for the line not passing through the origin is that the
  • A
    Spring did not obey Hooke's Law
  • B
    Amplitude of the oscillations was too large
  • C
    Clock used needed regulating
  • D
    Mass of the pan was neglected
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