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PHY 104 PHY 104 Past Questions Objective Question

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Which of the following phenomenon is used by the musicians to tune their musical instruments?
Options
A Interference
B Diffraction
C Beats
Correct Answer
D Polarization
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Musicians use beats to tune instruments. When two frequencies are close, beats are heard. By adjusting the instrument until the beats disappear, the instrument is in tune.

Hint

Beats are the periodic variations in loudness produced by two waves of slightly different frequencies.

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