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  1. If the phase difference between two points is 120° for a wave with velocity of 360 m/s and frequency 500 Hz, then path difference between the two points is

  2. A.

     1 cm

    B.

     6 cm

    C.

     12 cm

    D.

     24 cm

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    Answer : Option D

    Explanation :

    If v is the wave velocity and f is the frequency, wavelength is given by:
    λ = v/f
    So as per the question,
    λ = 360/500 = 0.72
    The path difference between two points is given by
    λ/2π × φ = 0.72/360 × 120
    = 0.24 m
    = 24 cm


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