Two Sound Waves Are Generated

question 124

Multiple Choice

Two sound waves are generated. The second has larger amplitude than the first, but a lower frequency. How will the second sound differ from the first?

• A) The second sound will be perceived as louder and lower pitched than the first.
• B) The second sound will be perceived as louder and higher pitched than the first.
• C) The second sound will be perceived as softer and lower pitched than the first.
• D) The second sound will be perceived as softer and higher pitched than the first.

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