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The displacement of a string is given by `y(x,t)=0.06sin(2pix//3)cos(120pit)` where x and y are in m and t in s. The lengthe of the string is 1.5m and its mass is `3.0xx10^(-2)kg.`

A

It represents a progresssive wave of frquency 60Hz

B

It represens a stationary wave of frequency 60Hz

C

It is the result superpositon of two waves of wavelength 3m , frequency 60 Hz each travelling with a speed of 180 m/s in ipposite direction

D

Amplitude of this wave is constant

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To solve the problem, we will analyze the given wave equation and determine the characteristics of the wave, including whether it is a progressive wave or a stationary wave, its frequency, wavelength, and amplitude. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Wave Equation:** The displacement of the string is given by: \[ y(x,t) = 0.06 \sin\left(\frac{2\pi x}{3}\right) \cos(120\pi t) \] 2. **Recognize the Form of the Wave Equation:** The wave equation can be compared to the general form of a stationary wave: \[ y(x,t) = A \sin(kx) \cos(\omega t) \] Here, \(A\) is the amplitude, \(k\) is the wave number, and \(\omega\) is the angular frequency. 3. **Determine the Amplitude:** From the equation, the amplitude \(A\) is: \[ A = 0.06 \, \text{m} \] 4. **Find the Wave Number \(k\):** The wave number \(k\) is given by: \[ k = \frac{2\pi}{\lambda} \] From the equation, we see: \[ k = \frac{2\pi}{3} \implies \lambda = 3 \, \text{m} \] 5. **Determine the Angular Frequency \(\omega\):** The angular frequency \(\omega\) is: \[ \omega = 120\pi \, \text{rad/s} \] 6. **Calculate the Frequency \(f\):** The frequency \(f\) can be calculated using the relation: \[ \omega = 2\pi f \implies f = \frac{\omega}{2\pi} = \frac{120\pi}{2\pi} = 60 \, \text{Hz} \] 7. **Identify the Type of Wave:** Since the wave equation is of the form \(y(x,t) = A \sin(kx) \cos(\omega t)\), it represents a stationary wave, not a progressive wave. 8. **Check for Superposition of Waves:** A stationary wave is formed by the superposition of two waves traveling in opposite directions. The component waves can be expressed as: \[ y_1 = A \sin(kx - \omega t) \quad \text{and} \quad y_2 = A \sin(kx + \omega t) \] The resultant wave is indeed a result of the superposition of two waves. 9. **Amplitude Variation:** The amplitude of the standing wave varies with position \(x\) as: \[ A(x) = 0.06 \sin\left(\frac{2\pi x}{3}\right) \] This indicates that the amplitude is not constant but varies with position. ### Conclusion: - The wave is a stationary wave with a frequency of 60 Hz. - It is the result of the superposition of two waves with a wavelength of 3 m. - The amplitude of the wave is not constant; it varies with position.

To solve the problem, we will analyze the given wave equation and determine the characteristics of the wave, including whether it is a progressive wave or a stationary wave, its frequency, wavelength, and amplitude. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Wave Equation:** The displacement of the string is given by: \[ y(x,t) = 0.06 \sin\left(\frac{2\pi x}{3}\right) \cos(120\pi t) ...
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