Question

question 32 of 33
a wave with a wavelength of 0.1 m moves with a speed of 0.5 m/s. what is the frequency of the wave?
a. 0.6 hz
b. 0.4 hz
c. 0.2 hz
d. 5.0 hz

Explanation:

Step1: Recall wave - speed formula

The wave - speed formula is $v = f\lambda$, where $v$ is the speed of the wave, $f$ is the frequency, and $\lambda$ is the wavelength. We need to solve for $f$.

Step2: Rearrange the formula for $f$

Rearranging $v = f\lambda$ gives $f=\frac{v}{\lambda}$.

Step3: Substitute given values

Given $v = 0.5\ m/s$ and $\lambda=0.1\ m$. Substitute these values into the formula: $f=\frac{0.5}{0.1}=5\ Hz$.

Answer:

D. 5.0 Hz