A tuning fork A produces four beats with another tuning fork B. If the frequency of tuning fork B is 320 Hz, then the frequency of tuning fork A is:
Correct answer: C. 320+4
- A. 320 * 4
- B. 320 / 4
- C. 320+4
- D. 320
Explanation
On loading the first one, the number of beats increases. Therefore, the frequency of the tuning fork must be 324 Hz. As it will decrease further on loading as the number of beats increases.
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