Question

What is the frequency of an ocean wave that is traveling at a speed of 45 m/s if it has a wavelength of 3 meters.

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Answer 1

The frequency of an ocean wave is 15 Hz.

Step-by-step explanation:

We are given with, the speed of an ocean wave is 45 m/s. Its wavelength is 3 m

It is required to find the frequency of an ocean wave.

The speed of a wave is given in terms of frequency and wavelength as :

`v=f\lambda`,

f = frequency of ocean wave

`f=(v)/(\lambda)\\\\f=(45)/(3)\\\\f=15\ Hz`

So, the frequency of an ocean wave is 15 Hz.