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STANDARD Physics Uncertainty Principle MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium

If uncertainty in position and momentum are equal, then uncertainty in velocity is

A

1/m √(h/π)

B

√(h/π)

C

1/2m √(h/π)

D

√(h/2π)

Correct Answer

Option C

Detailed Explanation

Using the uncertainty principle, Δx × Δp = h/4π, and given Δx = Δp, we find Δp = h/4π. Substituting into the equation for velocity, mΔv = 1/2 √(h/π), we solve for Δv = 1/2m √(h/π).

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