Waves on a String: When a certain string is under tension T, the speed of a wave in the string is v. What will be the speed of a wave in the string if the tension is increased to 2T without changing the mass or length of the string?
A. v/2
B. v/
C. v
D. 2v
E. 4v
Answer: C
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