SCUnderstanding Sound Waves: A Guide to Solving Time and Distance Problems

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In summary, a sound pulse travels at a constant velocity of 1,000 meters/second and can be calculated using the formula Distance = Velocity x Time. In this conversation, a question was asked about the time it takes for a sound pulse to travel from point A to point B and back to point A. A book was requested for more practice on similar questions. However, the forum rules prohibit providing help without showing working or thoughts.
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Assume that a sound pulse travels with a constant velocity of 1,000 meters/second and that point A is separated from point B by a distance of 1,000,000 meters. Compute the time that elapses between the moment the sound pulse is transmitted at point A, strikes the object at B is reflected back, and arrives back at point A.

Velocity = Distance
Time

Time = Distance
Velocity

Distance = velocity*Time

I have the formulas, but what I am really looking for is a book that has these types of questions. Can anyone suggest a good book to answer these types of question.

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I have the formulas, but what I am really looking for is a book that has these types of questions. Can anyone suggest a good book to answer these types of question.

Thank you.

Welcome to PF!

Why do you need a book? If there is anything you don't understand please just ask here and someone will be more than willing to help you. Or would you just like more questions like these to practise on?

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Hello star Wise, I've just received you PM now. If you show your working and answer, we'll try and assist you in understanding the subject more. But the rules of this forum prohibit us helping anyone who doesn't show any working or thoughts.

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