A train travels in a straight line at a constant speed of 30 m s⁻¹. The train's horn continuously emits sound of frequency 2400 Hz. A stationary observer stands next to the train track. The train approaches the stationary observer, passes him and then moves away. The speed of sound is 340 m s⁻¹. What is the maximum difference in the frequencies of the sound heard by the stationary observer?
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C: 430 Hz
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