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Waec Physics Questions

Question 1551:
A string under tension produces a note of frequency 14Hz. Determine the frequency when the tension is quadrupled.
  • A 14Hz
  • B 18Hz
  • C 28Hz
  • D 56Hz
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Question 1552:
Which of the following statements about waves in pipes is correct?
  • A For open pipes, there is only one end correction to be accounted for
  • B For closed pipes, there are two end corrections to be accounted for
  • C Only odd harmonics are possible in closed pipes
  • D All harmonics are possible in closed pipes
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Question 1553:
When a person holds a negatively charges metal rod and stands bare-footed on the ground, how will the charges leak?
  • A Negative charges flows to the ground through the person's body
  • B Positive charges flow from the ground through his body to neutralize the negative charges
  • C Positive charges in the air neutralizes the negative charges the person is holding
  • D Negative charges will leak through the air
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Question 1554:
A charge of 2.0 x 10\(^{-5}\) C experiences a force of 80N in a uniform electric field. Calculate the magnitude of the electric field intensity
  • A 8.0 x 106 NC-1
  • B 4.0 x 106 NC-1
  • C 4.0 x 104 NC-1
  • D 2.0 x 104 NC-1
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Question 1555:
A potential difference of 12V is applied across the ends of a 6\(\Omega\) resistor for 10 minutes. Determine the quantity of heat generated
  • A 720J
  • B 1200J
  • C 14400J
  • D 43200J
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