Fundamentals of Physics Extended (10th Edition)

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Chapter 17 - Waves-II - Problems - Page 512: 96

Answer

The amplitude of the resultant wave is zero.

Work Step by Step

$s_1$ and $s_3$ are out of phase by $\phi = \pi$, which results in fully destructive interference. $s_2$ and $s_4$ are out of phase by $\phi = \pi$, which results in fully destructive interference. Therefore, the amplitude of the resultant wave is zero.
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