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Physics (AS & A Level) · Oct / Nov 2022 · Paper 11 · Question 22

9702Progressive waves

When a guitar string is plucked, it causes a longitudinal sound wave in the air, as shown. The speed of sound in the air is 340 m s–1. What is the approximate frequency of the sound wave shown?

  1. A430 Hz
  2. B680 Hz
  3. C1100 Hz
  4. D1400 Hz

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Correct answer: B. 680 Hz

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