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When we tighten the string on a guitar, its pitch

A

Increases

B

Decreases

C

Remains same

D

May increase or decrease

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Pitch**: - Pitch is the quality of a sound that allows us to classify it as relatively high or low. It is directly related to the frequency of the sound waves produced. 2. **Effect of Tightening Strings**: - When we tighten the strings of a guitar, we are increasing the tension in the strings. 3. **Relationship Between Tension and Frequency**: - The frequency of the sound produced by a vibrating string is affected by its tension. Specifically, an increase in tension leads to an increase in frequency. 4. **Conclusion on Pitch**: - Since pitch depends on frequency, if the frequency increases due to the tightening of the strings, the pitch will also increase. 5. **Final Answer**: - Therefore, when we tighten the strings on a guitar, its pitch increases.
### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Pitch**: - Pitch is the quality of a sound that allows us to classify it as relatively high or low. It is directly related to the frequency of the sound waves produced. 2. **Effect of Tightening Strings**: - When we tighten the strings of a guitar, we are increasing the tension in the strings. ...
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