Water waves have a wavelength of 3.6cm and speed of 18cms¯¹ in deep water. If the waves enter shallow water with wavelength of 2.0cm, calculate the speed of the waves in the shallow water.

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A. 0.4cms−1
B. 2.5cms−1
C. 10.0cms−1
D. 10.8cms−1

Correct Answer:

Option A = 0.4cms−1

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