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Question 21

From Physics HL Paper 1A (May 2025, TZ3)

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  1. The diagram below shows a snapshot of a transverse wave on a rope. Points P and Q are two points on the rope at a position shown in the diagram. The subsequent motion of P is upwards.
Diagram showing a transverse wave with points P and Q marked.
Diagram showing a transverse wave with points P and Q marked.

What is the direction of motion of Q and the direction of travel of the wave?

Table showing options for direction of motion of Q and direction of travel of the wave.
Table showing options for direction of motion of Q and direction of travel of the wave.

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