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PHY 104 Wave and sound Objective Question

Question

What is the distance between two consecutive nodes in a standing wave?
Options
A λ
B λ/2
Correct Answer
C 2λ
D λ/4
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 9 explains: 'These are the nodes. The distance between them is λ/2.'

Hint

Think about the pattern of a standing wave with fixed points and maximum displacement points.

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