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The amplitude and the wavelength of the given waves.
Answer to Problem 12STP
The amplitude for wave A is
The amplitude for wave A is
The amplitude for wave A is
Explanation of Solution
Introduction:
The amplitude of a given wave is defined as the maximum displacement of medium particle from its mean position and wavelength is defined as the distance between two consecutive crest or two consecutive trough.
From the graph, Amplitude of first wave is
Amplitude of second wave is
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