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Our ear can hear the frequency of sound ...

Our ear can hear the frequency of sound waves

A

20 to 20,000 cycles/sec

B

1000 to 2000 cycles/sec

C

5000 to 7000 cycles/sec

D

5000 to 10,000 cycles/sec

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The correct Answer is:
A
These are called the limits of audiblity. Actual value is 20 to 20000 cycles/sec.
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