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Post-UTME Physics 2009 Objective — Question 3

Question 3 of 10 from the Post-UTME Screening (Post-UTME) Physics 2009 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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Two identical waves travelling in the same direction are superimposed. What should be the phase difference between the waves for maximum destructive interference to occur?

  • A. 20°
  • B. 45°
  • C. 180°
  • D. 225°

Explanation

Standard physics gives 180° (option C) for complete destructive interference between two identical waves; the source key marks 225° (option D), which appears to be an error.

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