MDCAT Physics MCQ #3971

A sound wave is reflected back to its source. What type of interference occurs at the source?

MDCAT Physics MCQ #3971

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A sound wave is reflected back to its source. What type of interference occurs at the source?

    • A) Constructive interference
    • B) Destructive interference
    • C) Both constructive and destructive
    • D) No interference

    Answer: Constructive interference

    Explanation: The reflected wave and the original wave are in phase at the source, resulting in constructive interference. Option B is incorrect because the phase difference is zero.