A sound wave travels through air at a speed of 340 m/s. If the wavelength is 0.85 m, what is the frequency of the sound wave? (2022)

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A sound wave travels through air at a speed of 340 m/s. If the wavelength is 0.85 m, what is the frequency of the sound wave? (2022)
  1. 400 Hz
  2. 300 Hz
  3. 250 Hz
  4. 500 Hz

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Q: A sound wave travels through air at a speed of 340 m/s. If the wavelength is 0.85 m, what is the frequency of the sound wave? (2022)
Solution: The frequency f can be calculated using the formula v = fλ. Rearranging gives f = v/λ = 340 m/s / 0.85 m ≈ 400 Hz.
Steps: 6

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