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A tuning fork having a frequency of 312 Hz emits a wave which has a wavelength of 1.10 ...

A tuning fork having a frequency of 312 Hz emits a wave which has a wavelength of 1.10 m. Calculate the velocity of sound
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  • A 312.0 ms\(^{-1}\)
  • B 110.0 ms\(^{-1}\)
  • C 343.2 ms\(^{-1}\)
  • D 686.4 ms\(^{-1}\)
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
v = f λ to calculate the wave's velocity.
v = 312 x 1.10
= 343.2m/s

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