The speed of a wave can be calculated using the formula:
speed = wavelength x frequency
In this case, the wavelength is 4.5 meters and the frequency is 100 hertz.
So,
speed = 4.5 m x 100 Hz
speed = 450 m/s
Therefore, the correct answer is B. 450 m/s.
A taut wire has a wave with a wavelength of 4.5 meters and a frequency of 100 hertz. What is the speed of the wave in the wire?(1 point)
Responses
A. 0.045 m/s
B. 450 m/s
C. 4,500 m/s
D. 22.2 m/s
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