Home Physics Units, Dimensions and Measurement Dimensions The equation of the stationary wave is . Wh…
Physics Units, Dimensions and Measurement Dimensions Single Correct MCQ
Published on: September 12, 2026

The equation of the stationary wave is .

Which statement is not true?

A
The unit of is same as that of .
B
The unit of is same as that of .
C
The unit of is same as that of .
D
The unit of is same as that of .

Share this question

For Instagram sharing, use “Apps” on mobile or copy the link.

Text Solution

Verified by Experts
The correct answer is:
C
To identify the false statement, we first analyze the units of the variables in the given stationary wave equation:
$$y = 2A ext{sin}\left(\frac{2\pi ct}{\lambda}\right) \cos\left(\frac{2\pi x}{\lambda}\right)$$
  • The amplitude \(A\) has units of displacement (meters).
  • The time period is related to frequency, which has units of Hz (or s-1).
  • The wavelengths have units of meters.
  • The wave number provided by \(\frac{2\pi}{\lambda}\) has units of m-1.
  • The angular frequency is given by \(\frac{2\pi f}{1}\), with units of radians per second.

By evaluating these relationships, we can see that the unit of the term corresponding to the wave number and the product of \(ct\) has a mismatch, confirming the incorrect nature of Option C, where it equates different units that are not compatible.
Therefore, the correct answer is Option C.

Prepare Smarter with CGP Edu

Get practice questions, solutions, and test series in one place.

Write a Review

Share your experience with this question and solution.

Commentary

Send your comment, doubt, correction, or feedback to admin.

Student Reviews

What students say about this solution

No reviews yet. Be the first to write a review.

Similar Questions

Explore conceptually related problems

CG
CGP Question Assistant Question Bank + AI Help
Hi! Type your question or upload one screenshot. First I will search related questions from CGP Edu Question Bank. If none match, type YES and I will solve it with AI.
Upload only one screenshot at a time. Flow: Question Bank first → If not matched, type YES for AI solution.