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Question
Suppose that a sound wave and a light wave have the same frequency, then which one has a longer wavelength?
Options
Sound
Light
both a and b
data not sufficient
MCQ
Solution
Light
Explanation: The light wave has a longer wavelength because it has a much greater speed.
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Chapter 5: Acoustics - Evaluation [Page 72]
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