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A-LevelPhysicsWaves9702/12 · Oct/Nov 2021 · Q251 Mark

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?

A190 Hz
B230 Hz
C430 Hz
D460 Hz

✓ Correct answer

C: 430 Hz

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Waves, A-Level Physics (syllabus 9702). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
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A-Level Physics, Oct/Nov 2021 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 25.

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