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Which picture shows the wave with the smallest wavelength?

Select one:
a. A
b. B
c. C
d. D

Which picture shows the wave with the smallest wavelength? Select one: a. A b. B c-example-1
User Notrace
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Answer:b

Explanation:Wavelength can be calculated using the following formula: wavelength = wave velocity/frequency. Wavelength usually is expressed in units of meters. The symbol for wavelength is the Greek lambda λ, so λ = v/f.

User Gordyr
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Answer:

b. B

Step-by-step explanation:

Picture B has the smallest peaks among all which henceforth makes the wavelength i.e. distance between two adjacent crests or troughs, small.

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