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Physics Wave and Sound Doppler’s Effect MCQ (Single Correct)

A man sitting in a moving train hears the whistle of the engine. The frequency of the whistle is 600 Hz

A
The apparent frequency as heard by him is smaller than 600 Hz
B
The apparent frequency is larger than 600 Hz
C
The frequency as heard by him is 600 Hz
D
None of the above

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C

Since there is no relative motion between the listener and source, hence actual frequency will be heard by listener.

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