If the Two Second-Order Maxima (M = ±2) Are Separated

question 72

Multiple Choice

If the two second-order maxima (m = ±2) are separated by 2.0 cm on the screen in a double-slit experiment, what is the separation of the m = ±3 maxima? Assume the angles are very small.

• A) 1.5 cm
• B) 2.0 cm
• C) 2.5 cm
• D) 3.0 cm
• E) 3.5 cm

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