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If the tension in the string is doubled and its mass per unit length is reduced to half. Then the speed of transverse wave on it is:

Correct answer: A. Doubled

  • A. Doubled
  • B. Halved
  • C. Constant
  • D. One fourth

Explanation

Please note that the correct option for the change in the speed of a transverse wave on a string, when the tension is doubled and the mass per unit length is reduced to half, is c) Doubled

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