Possible Frequencies of Tuning Fork for Beat Frequency of 4.85 Hz

AI Thread Summary
The discussion revolves around calculating the possible frequencies of a tuning fork that produces a beat frequency of 4.85 Hz with a vibrating wire. The wire, fixed at both ends, has a mass of 0.0145 kg and a length of 2.18 m, under a tension of 201 N. The initial calculations for the fundamental frequency of the wire were incorrect due to a misentered mass value. After correcting the mass, the correct frequencies were recalculated to be approximately 130.93 Hz and 121.23 Hz. The thread emphasizes the importance of accurate data entry in physics calculations.
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Homework Statement



A 0.0145 kg, 2.18 m long wire is fixed at both ends and vibrates in its simplest mode under a tension of 201 N. When a tuning fork is placed near the wire, a beat frequency of 4.85 Hz is heard. What are the possible frequencies of the tuning fork? (enter the smaller frequency first)


Homework Equations



f = v / 2L = (Ts / u )^0.5 / 2L = (Ts*L/m)/2L
f(beat) = |f1-f2|

The Attempt at a Solution



(201N * 2.18m /0.00145kg )^.5 / (2 * 2.18 m ) + 4.85 Hz = 130.93 Hz
(201N * 2.18m /0.00145kg )^.5 / (2 * 2.18 m ) - 4.85 Hz = 121.23 Hz

This is incorrect and i cannot think of what else to do / try
Thanks :D
 
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You entered the mass incorrectly -- 0.0145 kg, not 0.00145 kg.

p.s. Welcome to Physics Forums :smile:
 
Thanks! >.< Got it!
 
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