Physics

Physics

Problem

On a day when the air temperature is 20∘C20^{\circ}\text{C}, the speed of sound is 343 m s−1343\,\text{m}\,\text{s}^{-1}. How far from a vertical cliff must a boy stand so that he can hear a distinct echo of his shout? a) 34 m34\,\text{m} b) 3.4 m3.4\,\text{m} c) 17 m17\,\text{m} d) 171 m171\,\text{m}

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