The Fundamental Frequency of a Above Middle C on the Piano

question 12

Multiple Choice

The fundamental frequency of A above middle C on the piano is 440 Hz. This is the tenor high A, but a convenient note in the mid-range of women's voices. When we calculate the wavelength, we find that it is:

• A)much shorter than the length of either a man's or woman's lips.
• B)shorter than the length of a man's lips, but about the length of a woman's lips.
• C)longer than a woman's lips, but about the length of a man's lips.
• D)much longer than the length of either a man's or a woman's lips.
• E)about the same length as either a man's or woman's lips.

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Definitions:

Locomotion

The ability to move from one place to another, which can be observed in all animals and involves various forms of movement.

High Concentration

A condition where a substance exists in a large amount relative to its volume or area, often relevant in chemical solutions.

Low Concentration

A term describing a solution that contains a relatively small amount of solute compared to the solvent.

Midsagittal

Anatomical term that refers to the plane that runs lengthwise down the midline of the body, dividing it into equal left and right halves.