Waves on a String: Transverse waves travel at 43.2 m/s in a string that is subjected to a tension of 60.5 N. If the string is 15.9 m long, what is its mass?

A. 0.515 kg
B. 0.216 kg
C. 0.366 kg
D. 0.597 kg


Answer: A

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