As a sound wave propagates further over time, which of the following would be true? a. the amplitude of the wave will slowly increase over time  b. the frequency of the wave will increase as it travels further c. the intensity of the sound wave will decrease d. the pitch of the sound wave will decrease e. None of the above will occur

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As a sound wave propagates further over time, which of the following would be true?

a. the amplitude of the wave will slowly increase over time 

b. the frequency of the wave will increase as it travels further

c. the intensity of the sound wave will decrease

d. the pitch of the sound wave will decrease

e. None of the above will occur

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