On counting the number of compression or rarefaction crossing per unit time we can get

Wavelength of the wave

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Intensity of the wave

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Frequency of the wave

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Amplitude of the wave

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Solution

The correct option is D Frequency of the wave
We can count the number of compressions or rarefactions crossing us per unit time, and it will give frequency of the sound wave.

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