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Date May 2022 Marks available [Maximum mark: 1] Reference code 22M.1.SL.TZ1.18
Level SL Paper 1 Time zone TZ1
Command term Question number 18 Adapted from N/A
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22M.1.SL.TZ1.18

A standing wave is formed on a rope. The distance between the first and fifth antinode on the standing wave is 60 cm. What is the wavelength of the wave?

A.  12 cm

B.  15 cm

C.  24 cm

D.  30 cm

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D

Examiners report

Option D was the most common (correct) answer, however answers A and B proved to be significant distractors. This would be a useful practice question when reviewing standing waves, nodes/antinodes and wavelengths.

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