$A$ metal rod of $1 \; m$ length is dropped vertically onto a hard metal floor. Using an oscilloscope,it is determined that the impact produces a longitudinal wave of $1.2 \; kHz$ frequency. The speed of sound in the metal rod is: (in $; m/s$)

  • A
    $2400$
  • B
    $1800$
  • C
    $1200$
  • D
    $600$

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