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Question 6 • Physical Science

What increases as sound waves increase in frequency?

Answer
A
decibels
B
loudness
C
amplitude
D
pitch

Explanation

Pitch increases as the frequency of a sound wave increases. Frequency is the number of wave cycles per second, and higher frequencies are perceived as higher-pitched sounds. Amplitude is more closely related to loudness, not pitch.

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