Two tuning forks, A and B

PHYSICS · Single correct · AP · Physics 1: Algebra-based · Oscillations · Oscillations

Problem

Two tuning forks, A and B, produce 256 Hz256\,\text{Hz} and 512 Hz512\,\text{Hz} respectively. Which statement about their time periods is correct? (a) Time period of A is half that of B. (b) Time periods cannot be compared without knowing the wavelength. (c) Time period of A is twice that of B. (d) Time period of A is four times that of B.

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