Fundamentals of Physics Extended (10th Edition)

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Chapter 17 - Waves-II - Problems - Page 511: 82d

Answer

$v=6.0 \times 10^2 cm/s$

Work Step by Step

To find the speed $v$ of the wave, a formula using the speed, wavelength $\lambda$, and frequency must be used. This is $$v=f \lambda$$ Substituting values of $f=25Hz$ and $\lambda=24cm$ yields $$v=(25Hz)(24cm)=6.0 \times 10^2 cm/s$$
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