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PHY 104 Pitch, loudness, quality, timber Objective Question

Question

What capability does sound quality/timbre provide to a listener?
Options
A To determine the pitch of a sound.
B To adjust the loudness of a sound.
C To differentiate between two musical instruments playing the same fundamental frequency.
Correct Answer
D To identify the direction from which a sound originates.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The text explains: 'This enables you to differentiate between two musical instruments having the same fundamental frequency.'

Hint

Consider the practical application of timbre mentioned in the text.

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