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Doppler effect can be observed by:

Correct answer: D. Both longitudinal and electromagnetic waves

  • A. Longitudinal waves
  • B. Electromagnetic waves
  • C. Sound only
  • D. Both longitudinal and electromagnetic waves

Explanation

Explanation: The Doppler effect occurs whenever there is relative motion between a source of waves and an observer. It applies to both longitudinal waves (like sound) and electromagnetic waves (like light).

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