Two speakers face each other, and they each emit a sound of wavelength λ. One speaker is 180∘ out of phase with respect to the other. If we separate the speakers by a distance 1.5λ, how far from the left-most speaker should we place a microphone in order to pick up the loudest sound? Ignore reflections from nearby surfaces. Select all that apply ...

a) 1/4λ.

b) λ. c

) 0λ.

d) 1/2 λ. e) 3/4 λ.

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Jenny Flowers

15 March, 09:05

Two speakers face each other, and they each emit a sound of wavelength λ. One speaker is 180∘ out of phase with respect to the other. If we separate the speakers by a distance 1.5λ, how far from the left-most speaker should we place a microphone in order to pick up the loudest sound? Ignore reflections from nearby surfaces. Select all that apply ...

a) 1/4λ.

b) λ. c

) 0λ.

d) 1/2 λ. e) 3/4 λ.

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Izabella Robbins · Answer 1

The question ask to calculate and choose among the following is the distance of the microphone from the left - most speaker in order to pick up the loudest sound and the best answer would be letter C. I hope you are satisfied with my answer and feel free to ask for more if you have questions and further clarifications