MDCAT Physics MCQ #3968

Two waves of equal amplitude and frequency overlap in phase. What is the resultant amplitude?

MDCAT Physics MCQ #3968

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Two waves of equal amplitude and frequency overlap in phase. What is the resultant amplitude?

    • A) Zero
    • B) Same as individual waves
    • C) Twice the individual amplitude
    • D) Half the individual amplitude

    Answer: Twice the individual amplitude

    Explanation: When waves overlap in phase, their amplitudes add up, resulting in twice the individual amplitude. Option B is incorrect because the amplitude is doubled, not the same.