How Do You Calculate Wave Speed on a String?

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The speed of a wave on a string can be calculated using the formula v = √(T/μ), where T is the tension and μ is the linear density of the string. In this discussion, the tension (T) is 110 N and the density (μ) is 0.09 kg/m, resulting in a wave speed of approximately 39.16 m/s. The frequency of 100 Hz and amplitude of 4.5 cm are relevant for understanding wave characteristics but do not directly affect the wave speed calculation.

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A string of density [tex]\mu[/tex]=0.09 kg/m is under tension of 110N. A force is supplied to the string to generate a sinusoidal wave at frequency of 100Hz and amplitude of 4.5cm. What is the speed of wave on the string?

I am wondering if I can get the speed of the wave on the string by using v=(T/[tex]\mu[/tex])? If that is the case, what is the frequency and amplitude use for?
 
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Probably the small amplitude tells that the tension is constant.
 

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