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Show that the speed of sound in 20.0ºC air is 343 m/s, as claimed in the .

a) 335 m/s
b) 343 m/s
c) 355 m/s
d) 360 m/s

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Final answer:

The speed of sound in air is affected by temperature, with a less than 4% increase in speed between 0°C and 20.0°C.

Step-by-step explanation:

The speed of sound in air is affected by temperature. At 0°C, the speed of sound is 331 m/s, while at 20.0°C, it is 343 m/s, which is a less than 4% increase.

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