What will be the speed of the wave on this string?

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The discussion revolves around determining the speed of a wave on a string with a specified linear density and tension. The subject area is wave mechanics, specifically focusing on the properties of waves on strings.

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:confused: Suppose you have a string with a linear density of 26.9g/m. A tension of 57.9 N is applied to this string. What will be the speed of the wave on this string?
 
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Suppose you show us some of your work first? :)
 
What have you done so far? Or at least what are your thoughts on where you could possibly start?
 
If I knew where to start, or if I have done some working, would I be here?
 
Google "the wave equation"
 
brandon26 said:
If I knew where to start, or if I have done some working, would I be here?

I refuse to believe you are totally clueless. Do you have a textbook? Do you listen during lecture? Do you take notes?
 

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