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Q · Waves and SoundModerate · 45s
Which of the following explains why a violin sounds different from a flute, even at the same pitch? 255
TopicWaves and Sound
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyModerate
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Timbre is the quality that differentiates the sound of the same pitch and loudness.
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Final Answer: Option C — Timbre
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