What Linear Mass Density Should a Violin A4 String Have Under 60 N Tension?

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Homework Statement



If a violin A4 string of length 35 cm is to be under 60 N tension, what linear mass density should it have?

Homework Equations


Cannot find an equation

The Attempt at a Solution


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I cannot find anything in my textbook relating to this question.
 
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You can first look up what 'A4' means with respect to a violin.
 
What I meant was search what 'A4' means as regards frequency of note on a violin.