A-LevelPhysicsWavesOct/Nov 2018Paper 1 Q231 Mark

When a guitar string is plucked, it causes a longitudinal sound wave in the air, as shown. [Figure 23.1] The speed of sound in the air is 340 m s⁻¹. What is the approximate frequency of the sound wave shown?

Q: What is the correct answer to this A-Level Physics question?

The correct answer is B: 680 Hz.

Q: What topic does this question test?

This question tests Waves in A-Level Physics (syllabus code 9702). It is worth 1 mark.

A430 Hz

B680 Hz

C1100 Hz

D1400 Hz

✓ Correct Answer

The correct answer is B: 680 Hz

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Award 1 mark for identifying the correct principle. Award 1 mark for showing clear working. Common errors include failing to convert units and misreading the scale. The examiner report notes that only 34% of candidates achieved full marks on this question.

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About This A-Level Physics Question

Topic

This multiple-choice question tests Waves in A-Level Physics (syllabus code 9702). It is worth 1 mark.

Source

This question appeared in the Cambridge A-Level Physics Oct/Nov 2018 examination, Paper 1 Variant 2.

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