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If two waves of same wavelength with their intensities in the ratio $25:9$ produce interference, then the ratio of the maximum to minimum intensity is
If two waves of same wavelength with their intensities in the ratio $25:9$ produce interference, then the ratio of the maximum to minimum intensity is
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Physics Tip: In interference, convert intensity ratio into amplitude ratio first by taking square root.
Updated On: Apr 27, 2026
- $9:2$
- $9:1$
- $5:3$
- $16:3$
- $16:1$
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