A-LevelPhysicsWaves9702/12 · Feb/Mar 2022 · Q201 Mark

Which statement about progressive waves is correct?

AThey are always transverse waves.

BThey can exist in solids but not liquids.

CThey decrease in frequency as their speed increases.

DThey transfer energy away from their source.

✓ Correct answer

D: They transfer energy away from their source.

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