Sinusoidal water waves are generated in a large ripple tank. The waves travel at 24.7 cm/s and their adjacent crests are 8.19 cm apart. What is the time required for one complete oscillation? Express your answer in seconds, to at least two digits after the decimal point.

Sinusoidal water waves are generated in a large ripple tank. The waves travel at 24.7 cm/s and their adjacent crests are 8.19 cm apart. What is the time required for one complete oscillation? Express your answer in seconds, to at least two digits after the decimal point.

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Principles of Physics: A Calculus-Based Text

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Chapter12: Oscillatory Motion

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