A Guitar String Is Supposed to Have a Fundamental Frequency

question 7

Multiple Choice

A guitar string is supposed to have a fundamental frequency 256 Hz. It currently has a fundamental frequency 248 Hz. What percentage increase in tension is required to bring the guitar string into tune?

• A)3.13%
• B)6.56%
• C)1.60%
• D)6.15%
• E)3.23%

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Definitions:

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A thin membrane in the ear that vibrates in response to sound waves, playing a key role in hearing.

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