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O-LevelPhysicsWaves5054/12 · May/June 2020 · Q301 Mark

A vibrator produces 12 wavelengths on the surface of water in 10s. The spacing between the first crest and the third crest is 60 cm. What is the speed of the wave?

A24 cm/s
B25 cm/s
C36 cm/s
D72 cm/s

✓ Correct answer

C: 36 cm/s

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Waves, O-Level Physics (syllabus 5054). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
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O-Level Physics, May/June 2020 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 30.

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