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What is the maximum displacement of a particle from its mean position in a wave called?
AWavelength
BFrequency
CAmplitude
DTime period
✓ Correct Answer: C — Amplitude
Amplitude is the measure of the maximum distance a particle moves from its equilibrium position during vibration.
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