In a transverse wave on a rope

PHYSICS · Single correct · A Level · Physics · Waves · Waves

Problem

In a transverse wave on a rope, the maximum vertical distance of a particle from its mean position is

2\,\text{cm}

. Which physical quantity does this distance represent? (a)

\text{Wavelength}

(b)

\text{Amplitude}

(c)

\text{Wave height (crest–trough distance)}

(d)

\text{Frequency}