What is the general relationship between wavelength and wave base?

a. Wave base lies at a depth equal to half the wavelength.
b. Wave base lies at a depth equal to one wavelength.
c. Wave base lies at a depth equal to two wavelengths.
d. Wave base lies at a depth equal to three wavelengths.
e. Wave base lies at a depth equal to four wavelengths.


A

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C) 3 and 4
D) 4 and 5
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