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Physics · Oct / Nov 2021 · Paper 11 · Question 18

5054General properties of waves

What is meant by the amplitude of a wave?

  1. Athe distance between the extreme points of a particle's motion
  2. Bthe maximum distance a particle moves from its equilibrium position
  3. Cthe maximum energy carried by the wave
  4. Dthe maximum power of the vibrations carrying the wave

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Correct answer: B. the maximum distance a particle moves from its equilibrium position

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