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Which statement correctly describes the relationship between frequency and wavelength?

As the frequency of a wave increases, the longer its wavelength is.
As the frequency of a wave increases, the shorter its wavelength is.
As the frequency of a wave increases, its wavelength remains the same.

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Answer:

As the frequency of a wave increases, the shorter its wavelength is.

Step-by-step explanation:

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For a wave:

v = fλ

v is the velocity, f is the frequency, and λ is the wavelength.

Assuming the velocity of the wave doesn't change...

If you increase its frequency, its wavelength will shorten.

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