The figure shows a 'snapshot' of four different waves in identical ropes stretched with the same force.
-The wave where the speed is greatest is
A)I.
B)II.
C)III.
D)IV.
E)all of the above.

Question

The figure shows a 'snapshot' of four different waves in identical ropes stretched with the same force. 
-The wave where the speed is greatest is
A)I. 
B)II. 
C)III. 
D)IV. 
E)all of the above.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The speed of a wave is determined by the medium through which it travels, not by the wave itself. Without specific information about the medium or wave characteristics, all options could potentially have the same speed.

The Figure Shows a 'Snapshot' of Four Different Waves in Identical