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WAEC Physics 2016 Objective — Question 24

Question 24 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Physics 2016 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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24. Given that v, f & λ are the velocity, frequency and wavelength of a wave respectively. Which of the following equations is correct? A. v=f²λ B. f=v/λ C. f=v/λ² D. λ=f/v²

  • A. v=f²λ
  • B. f=v/λCorrect
  • C. f=v/λ²
  • D. λ=f/v²

Explanation

v=fλ, therefore f=v/λ or λ=v/f.

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