Waves on a String Simulation Quiz

What is the origin of the PhET simulations?

• Stanford University

• University of California

• University of Colorado

• Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Which button should you use to reset the simulation to its initial state?

• Orange button

• Blue button

• Green button

• Red button

What does the 'manual' mode allow you to do in the simulation?

• Increase the wave speed

• Pause the wave indefinitely

• Manually move the wave and see its response

• Automatically generate waves

Which parameter can be adjusted to change the wave speed in the simulation?

• Tension

• Damping

• Frequency

• Amplitude

What can you use to measure and compare waves in the simulation?

• A ruler and reference line

• A stopwatch

• A protractor

• A compass