Multiple Choice
A string under tension carries a transverse wave traveling at speed v.If the tension in the string is halved and the linear density of the string is quadrupled,what is the wave speed?
A) The wave speed is unchanged.
B) The wave speed is halved.
C) The wave speed is quadrupled.
D) The wave speed decreases to about 71% of v.
E) The wave speed increases by about 41%.
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