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Physics (AS & A Level) · May / June 2020 · Paper 13 · Question 22

9702Progressive waves

A wave of amplitude $A$ has an intensity $I$. After passing through a certain medium, the wave has a new intensity of $\frac{I}{4}$. What is the new amplitude of the wave?

  1. A$2A$
  2. B$\frac{A}{2}$
  3. C$\frac{A}{4}$
  4. D$\frac{A}{16}$

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Correct answer: B. $\frac{A}{2}$

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