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Standard 5.0 Physics

Topic D. Wave Interactions

Indicator 1. Identify and describe the relationships among the various properties of waves.

Objective b. Measure and describe the wavelength, frequency, and amplitude of waves using:

Selected Response Item

Use the diagram below to answer the following.

A student produces a series of waves, as shown below.

Question Image

Which number in the diagram represents a wavelength?

  1. 1
  2. 2
  3. 3
  4. 4
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Correct Answer:
B