Physics for Scientists and Engineers, 4th Ed + Masteringphysics: Chapters 20-35
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ISBN: 9780136139249
Author: Douglas C. Giancoli
Publisher: PEARSON EDUCATION (COLLEGE)
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Chapter 15, Problem 71GP
(a)
To determine
The distance between any two location that correspond to a difference in phase of
(b)
To determine
The value of phase change during the given time interval.
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