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Section 17.2: Speed of Sound, Frequency, and Wavelength

Question

When poked by a spear, an operatic soprano lets out a 1200-Hz shriek. What is its wavelength if the speed of sound is 345 m/s?

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Final Answer

0.288 m0.288 \textrm{ m}

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gracepho·
Hi just wanted to let you know - the answer in the video is right, but the answer typed out above is different from the one in the video!
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ShaunDychko·
Hi gracepho, thank you so much for pointing that out. I've updated the final answer to match the video. All the best with your studies, Shaun
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