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Sound from two sources of equal amplitude but phase difference delta superpose. Resultant amplitude:

Answer: 2A cos(delta/2).

  • A 2A
  • B 2A cos(delta/2)
  • C A cos(delta)
  • D A cos(delta/2)

Correct answer: B. 2A cos(delta/2)

Explanation: Resultant amplitude = 2A cos(delta/2). For delta=0: 2A (constructive). For delta=pi: 0 (destructive).

Standing Wave: Nodes and Antinodes (Open Pipe, 2nd Harmonic)nodenodenodeantinodeantinodeSolid and dashed lines show the string/air column at two instants - nodes never move

A standing wave forms from two identical waves travelling in opposite directions and interfering; nodes (always zero displacement) and antinodes (maximum displacement) stay fixed in place, unlike a travelling wave where the whole pattern moves.

Concept context

Wave types, superposition, standing waves, Doppler effect, and sound intensity.

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