Wavelength and Frequency with Temperature

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The discussion focuses on calculating the lowest frequency for destructive interference between two loudspeakers based on their distances from a listener and the air temperature. The key concept is that for destructive interference, the difference in distances from the speakers to the listener must equal half a wavelength. The initial calculation shows that the distance difference of 1.1 m corresponds to a wavelength of 2.2 m. The velocity of sound at 20°C is used to find the frequency using the equation v = f * λ. The conversation emphasizes the importance of considering multiple values for the distance difference to find additional frequencies for destructive interference.
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Homework Statement



Two loudspeakers are 2.5 m apart. A person stands 2.9 m from one speaker and 4.0 m from the other. Assume the air temperature is 20°C.
a) What is the lowest frequency at which destructive interference will occur at this point?

(b) Calculate the next two frequencies that also result in destructive interference at this point.



Homework Equations


not sure if these apply:
v=f*lambda
L=n(lambda/2)
L=n(lambda/4)


The Attempt at a Solution


i have no idea how to get a start on this problem
 
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What do you know about destructive interference?
 
I think i figured it out:
for destructive interference, one difference in distances is half of the wavelength.
so 4-2.9=1.1
1.1=.5(lambda)
2.2=lambda
then i use the equation with temperature, solve for the temperature at 20 degrees C
and plug wavelength and velocity in the v=f*(lambda) equation.
right?
 
Yes.

For the rest of the problem, what other values can the difference in distances have?

p.s. don't forget to show units consistently throughout your solution.
 
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