Question

5 multiple choice 2 points the diagram below shows a wave trace. distance z is a measure of amplitude. frequency. wavelength. wave speed.

Explanation:

Amplitude is the maximum displacement or distance moved by a point on a vibrating body or wave measured from its equilibrium position. In a wave trace, the distance from the equilibrium line (the central line of the wave) to the crest (the highest point) or trough (the lowest point) is the amplitude. Here, distance \( Z \) is from the equilibrium line to the crest, which fits the definition of amplitude. Frequency is related to the number of waves passing a point per unit time. Wavelength is the distance between two consecutive crests or troughs. Wave speed is the speed at which the wave propagates (\( v = f\lambda\), where \( f \) is frequency and \(\lambda\) is wavelength).

Answer:

amplitude.