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The bulk modulus and the density of wate...

The bulk modulus and the density of water are greater than those of air. With this much of information, we can say that velocity of sound in air

A

is larger than its value in water

B

is smaler than its value in water

C

is equal to its value in water

D

cannot be compared with its value inn water.

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D
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