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PHY 104 Pitch, loudness, quality, timber Objective Question
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According to the text, how does Quality/Timbre enable us to differentiate between two musical instruments playing the same note (i.e., same fundamental frequency)?
Options
A By detecting differences in their loudness.
B By identifying variations in their pitch.
C By analyzing the number and relative intensities of their overtones.
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D By observing the physical size of the instruments.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The text states: 'This enables you to differentiate between two musical instruments having the same fundamental frequency.' and earlier defined Quality/Timbre as dependent on 'the number of overtones present in the sound and their relative intensities.'

Hint

Connect the definition of Timbre with its practical application in distinguishing sounds.

Question Info

Course: PHY 104
Topic: Pitch, loudness, quality, timber
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 396 of 947
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