Calculating the frequency of a wave

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The discussion revolves around calculating the frequency of a traveling wave given its speed, maximum displacement, and total distance traveled. The wave travels at 44.0 m/s, with a maximum displacement of 18.0 cm and a total distance of 28.0 m. Participants initially calculated the wavelength incorrectly but later determined it to be 16.8 m based on 6 ticks per wavelength. Using the formula frequency = speed/wavelength, the frequency was calculated to be 2.6 Hz. The conversation highlights the importance of accurately determining wavelength to find the correct frequency.
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Homework Statement


A snapshot graph of a traveling wave is shown. The wave is traveling to the right at 44.0 m/s. the maximum displacement is 18.0 cm and the total distance traveled by the wave is 28.0 m
What is the frequency?

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total distance traveled/ # ticks = 28 m/10 = 2.8m/tick

There are 7 ticks in one wavelength

7*2.8 = 19.6 m
 

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tascja said:
There are 7 ticks in one wavelength
Do a recount. Once you find the wavelength, how do you calculate the frequency?
 
now it works, thanks :)
** 6 ticks to a wavelength, making it 16.8 m

and then frequency = c/lamba
= 44/16.8
= 2.6 Hz
 

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