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Waves on String: One End Fixed MCQ

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One End FixedEasyQuestion 31341

Question

A string fixed at one end (free at other) has its fundamental with:
  1. A
    Node at both ends
  2. B
    Antinode at both ends
  3. C
    Node at fixed end, antinode at free end
    Correct
  4. D
    Antinode at fixed end, node at free end

Correct answer

Node at fixed end, antinode at free end

Explanation

Fixed end → node (zero displacement). Free end → antinode (max displacement). Fundamental: λ/4 = L.