wave_mechanics Beats Question 24
Question: Two tuning forks, A and B, give 4 beats per second when sounded together. The frequency of A is 320 Hz. When some wax is added to B and it is sounded with A, 4 beats per second are again heard. The frequency of B is
[MP PMT 1997]
Options:
A) 312 Hz
B) 316 Hz
C) 324 Hz
D) 328 Hz
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Answer:
Correct Answer: C
Solution:
nA ? nB¯ = x (same) …
(i) Wrong nB¯ ? nA = x (same) …
(ii) Correct
Therefore nB = nA + x = 320 + 4 = 324 Hz.