If $v_m$ is the velocity of sound in moist air and $v_d$ is the velocity of sound in dry air,under identical conditions of pressure and temperature,then:

  • A
    $v_m > v_d$
  • B
    $v_m < v_d$
  • C
    $v_m = v_d$
  • D
    $v_m / v_d = 1$

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