Which of the following statements are true regarding a transverse wave?

Particles oscillate about their mean positions.

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The direction of oscillation of particles is perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation.

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The direction of oscillation of particles is parallel to the direction of wave propagation.

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Particles do not oscillate about their mean positions.

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Solution

The correct option is B The direction of oscillation of particles is perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation.
In a transverse wave, the particles oscillate about their mean positions. Moreover, the direction of oscillation of particles is perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation.

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