When you look at a transverse wave, the distance from the baseline to the crest of the wave is called the wave's ___________.

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A amplitudeamplitude
B frequency

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The correct answer is A: amplitude. The amplitude of a wave is defined as the distance from the baseline (equilibrium position) to the crest (or trough) of the wave.

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