Essential University Physics: Volume 1 (3rd Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0321993721
ISBN 13: 978-0-32199-372-4

Chapter 14 - For Thought and Discussion - Page 262: 4

Answer

No

Work Step by Step

The wave speed only depends on the tension in the string as well as the mass per unit length of the string. Thus, the speed at which the spring is moved at will not impact the speed of the wave.
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