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PHY 104 PHY 104 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

The phenomenon of beats can take place
Options
A for longitudinal waves only
B for transverse wave only
C for sound waves only
D for both longitudinal and transverse waves
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Beats occur when two waves of slightly different frequencies interfere. This can happen for both longitudinal waves (like sound) and transverse waves (like waves on a string).

Hint

Beats are a general wave phenomenon.

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