Explore topic-wise MCQs in Physics.

This section includes 4 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Physics knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.

1.

Two longitudinal waves: s1 = 3cos(11t) & s2 = 3cos(10t) interfere. What is the amplitude of the resulting wave?

A. 6cos(0.5t)
B. 6sin(0.5t)
C. 6cos(10.5t)
D. 6sin(10.5t)
Answer» B. 6sin(0.5t)
2.

Let s say we can hear a beat frequency of 2Hz from two tuning forks. The first tuning fork has a frequency of 100Hz. If wax is applied on the 2nd tuning fork, the beat frequency becomes 4Hz, what is the frequency of the 2nd tuning fork?

A. 100Hz
B. 98Hz
C. 106Hz
D. 104Hz
Answer» C. 106Hz
3.

Two interfering waves have a frequency of 2Hz & 6Hz. What is the beat frequency?

A. 8Hz
B. 4Hz
C. 2Hz
D. 0
Answer» C. 2Hz
4.

Consider the phenomenon of beats & select the correct statement.

A. It occurs when frequencies are close or equal
B. It correspond to the change in intensity we hear due to interference of 2 waves having close frequencies
C. It corresponds to a constant intensity sound heard during wave interference
D. Beat frequency is variable
Answer» C. It corresponds to a constant intensity sound heard during wave interference