Question

waves
use patterns to describe phenomena

1. which wave(s) have the largest amplitude? which wave(s) have the smallest amplitude?

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1. which boat(s) travel the farthest distance from their resting positions? which boat(s) travel the least distance?

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Explanation:

• For amplitude: Amplitude is the maximum displacement from the rest position. By visually comparing the waves, Wave C has the largest amplitude (highest peak and lowest trough relative to rest), and Wave D has the smallest amplitude (smallest deviation from rest).
• For boat travel distance: The distance a boat travels from its resting position is related to the amplitude. So, the boat on Wave C travels the farthest (largest amplitude means largest displacement), and the boat on Wave D travels the least (smallest amplitude means smallest displacement).

Answer:

1. Largest amplitude: Wave C; Smallest amplitude: Wave D.
2. Farthest distance: Boat on Wave C; Least distance: Boat on Wave D.