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Which wave has the largest amplitude?
A.D
B.B
C.C
D.A

Which wave has the largest amplitude? A.D B.B C.C D.A-example-1
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Answer:

A (The wave)

Step-by-step explanation:

Wave A

User Palash Nigam
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Answer:

D. A

General Formulas and Concepts:

Simple Harmonic Motion

Parts of a wave

  • Period
  • Amplitude
  • Wavelength
  • Crest/Trough

Step-by-step explanation:

The amplitude is the distance from the horizon to either the crest or trough of a wave.

In layman's terms, it is how high the wave is.

The "highest" wave would be wave A.

∴ our answer is D.

Topic: AP Physics 1 Algebra-Based

Unit: SMH

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