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A transverse wave is represented by : y = 1 0 π sin 2 π T t - 2 π λ x  For what value of the wavelength the wave velocity is twice the maximum particle velocity?
PhysicsWaves and SoundJEE MainJEE Main 2014 (09 Apr Online)
Options:
  • A 40 cm
  • B 60 cm
  • C 10 cm
  • D 20 cm
Solution:
1830 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: 40 cm
wave velocity=nλ

(Vp)max=aω

nλ=2a2πn

λ=2(a)2π

=2.10π.2π

= 40 cm

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