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The speed of sound in air at `0^@C` is approximately

A

332 m `s^(-1)`

B

1450 m `s^(-1)`

C

5100 m `s^(-1)`

D

`3 xx 10^8` m `s^(-1)`

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332 m `s^(-1)`
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