Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Stationary waves

Stationary waves — practice question

A stationary wave is formed on a string stretched between two fixed points separated by $1.35\,\text{m}$, as shown. The wave speed on the string is $450\,\text{m s}^{-1}$. Determine the frequency of oscillation of the stationary wave?

  • A$333\,\text{Hz}$
  • B$405\,\text{Hz}$
  • C$500\,\text{Hz}$
  • D$1000\,\text{Hz}$

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