An observer heard the sound of thunder 5.8s after the lightning flash was seen. How far was he from the source? [Speed of sound in air = 330ms-1]
A
957m
B
1914m
C
3828m
D
8700m
E
17400m
Verified Correct Answer: B.
Physical Principles & Numerical Solution
VELOCITY=DISTANCE/TIME
Distance = 330\times5.8 Distance = 1914m
Source: WAEC / JAMB / NECO Classroom Archive (Record #43042)