A nylon guitar string has a linear density of 7.2 g/m and is under a tension of 244.9 N. The fixed supports are D = 73.8 cm apart. The string is oscillating in the standing wave pattern shown in the figure. What is the frequency of the standing wave? Express your answer in Hz, to at least one digit after the decimal point.

A nylon guitar string has a linear density of 7.2 g/m and is under a tension of 244.9 N. The fixed supports are D = 73.8 cm apart. The string is oscillating in the standing wave pattern shown in the figure. What is the frequency of the standing wave? Express your answer in Hz, to at least one digit after the decimal point.

Physics for Scientists and Engineers: Foundations and Connections

1st Edition

ISBN:9781133939146

Author:Katz, Debora M.

Publisher:Katz, Debora M.

Chapter17: Traveling Waves

Section17.3: Harmonic Waves

Problem 17.3CE

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