A wave on a string is reflected from a fixed end.The reflected wave:
A)is in phase with the original wave at the end
B)is 180 ° out of phase with the original wave at the end
C)has a larger amplitude than the original wave
D)has a larger speed than the original wave
E)cannot be transverse

Question

A wave on a string is reflected from a fixed end.The reflected wave:
A)is in phase with the original wave at the end
B)is 180 °  out of phase with the original wave at the end
C)has a larger amplitude than the original wave
D)has a larger speed than the original wave
E)cannot be transverse

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

When a wave is reflected from a fixed end, it undergoes a phase change of 180 degrees. Therefore, the reflected wave is 180 degrees out of phase with the original wave at the end.

A Wave on a String Is Reflected from a Fixed