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A wave has a period of 0.02 s. What is its frequency?

  1. 0.02 Hz
  2. 20 Hz
  3. 50 Hz
  4. 500 Hz

Answer

C. 50 Hz

Solution

f = 1/T = 1/0.02 = 50 Hz.

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