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Convection

Question 5 • Fall 24 GSE Physical Science B IC

Which statement correctly describes the relationship between frequency and wavelength?

Answer
A
As the frequency of a wave increases, the longer its wavelength is.
B
As the frequency of a wave increases, the shorter its wavelength is.
C
As the frequency of a wave increases, its wavelength remains the same.

Explanation

For a wave traveling at a constant speed, wave speed equals frequency multiplied by wavelength: v = fλ. If the frequency increases while the speed stays the same, the wavelength must decrease. Therefore, the correct statement is “As the frequency of a wave increases, the shorter its wavelength is.”

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