Concepts Of Physics MCQ Edition [Volume 1]
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- Concepts Of Physics MCQ Edition [Volume 1]
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- Wave Motion and Waves on a String
Concepts Of Physics MCQ Edition [Volume 1] · Physics · Wave Motion and Waves on a String
A string exhibits three resonant frequencies at 90 Hz , 150 Hz ,...
A string exhibits three resonant frequencies at , , and . Identify which harmonics of the fundamental frequency these given frequencies correspond to.
Options
- A3rd, 5th, and 7th
- B3rd, 6th, and 9th
- C1st, 2nd, and 3rd
- D2nd, 4th, and 6th
Correct answer
A. 3rd, 5th, and 7th
Step-by-step solution
The given resonant frequencies are , , and .
The fundamental frequency is the highest common factor of the given resonant frequencies.
Expressing the given frequencies in terms of :
Therefore, the given frequencies correspond to the 3rd, 5th, and 7th harmonics.
The fundamental frequency is the highest common factor of the given resonant frequencies.
Expressing the given frequencies in terms of :
Therefore, the given frequencies correspond to the 3rd, 5th, and 7th harmonics.