AIPMT PRELIMS2008Physics-Waves

AIPMT PRELIMS 2008 Physics Wave Equation MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Medium-Class 11

The wave described by y = 0.25 sin (10 πx − 2πt), where x and y are in metres and t in seconds, is a wave travelling along the -

A
  • x direction with frequency 1 Hz and wavelength λ = 0.2 m
B

− x direction with amplitude 0.25 m and wavelength λ = 0.2 m

C

− x direction with frequency 1 Hz

D
  • x direction with frequency π Hz and wavelength λ = 0.2m

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The wave equation indicates a wave traveling in the +x direction with a frequency of 1 Hz and a wavelength of 0.2 m.

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