If the Wavelength of a Particular Beam of Light in Vacuum

question 33

Multiple Choice

If the wavelength of a particular beam of light in vacuum is λ, and the index of refraction of a material is n, what is the wavelength of the light in the material?

• A)λ
• B)λ/n
• C)nλ
• D)n
• E)n/λ

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Definitions:

Third-degree Price Discrimination

A pricing strategy where different prices are charged to different groups of customers based on their willingness to pay.

Elasticity of Demand

A measure of how much the quantity demanded of a good responds to changes in its price, indicating the sensitivity of consumers to price changes.

Increasing Block Rate

A pricing structure where the unit price of a service or commodity increases with the amount consumed, commonly used in utility and service pricing to encourage conservation.

Second-degree Price Discrimination

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