Two Identical Tuning Forks Vibrate at 256 Hz

question 70

Multiple Choice

Two identical tuning forks vibrate at 256 Hz.One of them is then loaded with a drop of wax, after which 6 beats per second are heard.The frequency of the loaded tuning fork is:

• A)250 Hz
• B)253 Hz
• C)256 Hz
• D)259 Hz
• E)262 Hz

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Definitions:

H0

The null hypothesis in statistical analysis that indicates no significant difference or effect.

Simple Effect

The effect of one factor at a particular level of another factor in a factorial design experiment.

Interaction Effect

The phenomenon where the effect of one independent variable on the dependent variable differs depending on the level of another independent variable.

Dependent Variable

The variable in an experiment that is measured or observed to assess the effect of the independent variable.