In Many Cartoon Shows, a Character Runs Off a Cliff

question 281

Multiple Choice

In many cartoon shows, a character runs off a cliff, realizes his predicament, and lets out a scream. He continues to scream as he falls. If the physical situation is portrayed correctly, from the vantage
Point of an observer at the top of the cliff leaning over the edge, the pitch of the scream as he falls
Should be

• A) higher than the original pitch and increasing as he falls.
• B) higher than the original pitch and constant.
• C) lower than the original pitch and decreasing as he falls.
• D) lower than the original pitch and constant.
• E) It is impossible to predict.

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