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dietcokegal
Feb27-09, 03:31 PM
1. The problem statement, all variables and given/known data

A periodic transverse wave is established on a string such that there are exactly two cycles traveling along a 3.0m section of the string. The crests move at 20 m/s. What is the frequency of the wave?

2. Relevant equations

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3. The attempt at a solution

Dont know how to do it.

Feldoh
Feb27-09, 03:48 PM
Let's take the problem apart a bit. for starters if there are two cycles in a 3.0m section that's essentially saying that 2*wavelength = 3.0m, right?

Now, how do we find frequency from wavelength?