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The change in phase if a wave is reflected from a rigid surface is

A

0 rad

B

`(pi)/(4)` rad

C

`(pi)/(2)` rad

D

`pi` rad

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The correct Answer is:
D
If the sound waves (longitudinal waves) are reflected from a denser medium, then there is a phase change of `pi` radian
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