Astanding wave is set up in a 2.0 m length string fixed at both ends. the string is then made to vibrate in 5 distinct segments when driven by a 120 hz source. what is the natural, fundamental frequency of this string?

The natural, fundamental frequency of this string is 24 hertz.          

Explanation:

Length of the string, l = 2 m

Number of segments, n = 5

Frequency, f = 120 Hz

Let f' is the natural fundamental frequency of this string. The frequency for both side ended string is given by :

v = 96 m/s

For fundamental frequency, n = 1

f' = 24 Hertz

So, the natural, fundamental frequency of this string is 24 hertz. Hence, this is the required solution.