When Sound Travels Faster near the Ground Than Above, Bending

question 35

Multiple Choice

When sound travels faster near the ground than above, bending of sound tends to be

• A)upward.
• B)downward.
• C)to the left.
• D)to the right.
• E)none of the above

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