Calculating Wavelength of a Harmonic Wave

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Homework Statement


A harmonic wave is traveling along a rope. It is observed that the oscillator that generates the wave completes 40.0 vibrations in 30.0s. Also, a given maximum travels 425cm along the rope in 10.0s. What is the wavelength?


Homework Equations



v=f(lambda)

The Attempt at a Solution



My problem is understanding what 40.0 vibrations in 30.0s means. Is this a reference to the frequency? 40/30=1.3Hz?
 
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