Two Wave Trains Travel on a String Under a Constant

question 49

Multiple Choice

Two wave trains travel on a string under a constant tension T.Which of the following statements is NOT correct?

• A)The two waves can have different speed.
• B)The two waves can have different frequency.
• C)The two waves can have different wavelength.
• D)The superposition principle applies for the two waves.
• E)At any point on the string,the resultant amplitude is the algebraic sum of the amplitudes of the two waves.

---

Definitions:

Decentralization

The distribution of decision-making powers from a central authority to smaller units or individuals within an organization.

Profitability

The ability of a business to earn a profit, which is the balance of revenue after accounting for all expenses, taxes, and costs.

Negotiated Price Approach

An approach to transfer pricing that allows managers of decentralized units to agree (negotiate) among themselves as to the transfer price.

Transfer Price

The price at which divisions of a company transact with each other, such as the sale of goods or services, often used for budgeting and tax purposes.