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14.3 Boundary Behavior of Waves and Polarization
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An asymmetric wave pulse traveling toward a rigid fixed boundary.
An asymmetric wave pulse traveling toward a rigid fixed boundary.
A transverse wave pulse travels to the right with speed \(v\) along a taut string attached to a rigid, fixed support. The incident pulse has a positive vertical displacement with a steep leading edge and a gently sloping trailing edge, as shown in the diagram. Which of the following diagrams best represents the shape and direction of motion of the pulse after it has completely reflected from the fixed boundary?

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