When compared to the speed of light, sound waves travel

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When compared to the speed of light, sound waves travel
O at the same speed, but in opposite direction
O same speed
O faster
O slower
Transcribed Image Text:When compared to the speed of light, sound waves travel O at the same speed, but in opposite direction O same speed O faster O slower
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