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Which of the following statements gives the definition of the amplitude of a wave?
Options
A The number of complete waves that pass a point per second
B The distance from the peak of one wave to the peak of an adjacent wave.
C The distance from the equilibrium position of a peak plus the same distance from a trough.
D The maximum distance from the equilibrium position of any point on a wave.
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The amplitude of a wave is defined as the maximum displacement of a particle from its equilibrium (or mean) position. Option A is frequency, B is wavelength, and C describes peak-to-peak distance.

Hint

It is the maximum displacement from the rest position.

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Course: PHY 104
Topic: PHY 104 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 751 of 947
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