Question:

Three tuning forks A, B and C have respective frequencies \( n_1, n_2 \) and \( n_3 \) related as \( n_1 = 1.03n_2 \) and \( n_3 = 0.99n_2 \). When A and C are sounded together 4 beats are heard per second. The frequencies of fork B and C are respectively

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- Beats = frequency difference - Convert % relation into algebra before solving
Updated On: May 4, 2026
  • 103 Hz and 100 Hz
  • 103 Hz and 99 Hz
  • 99 Hz and 100 Hz
  • 100 Hz and 99 Hz
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The Correct Option is D

Solution and Explanation

Concept:
Beat frequency: \[ \text{beats} = |n_1 - n_3| \]

Step 1:
Use given relations.
\[ n_1 = 1.03n_2,\quad n_3 = 0.99n_2 \]

Step 2:
Apply beat condition.
\[ |n_1 - n_3| = 4 \] \[ |1.03n_2 - 0.99n_2| = 4 \]

Step 3:
Simplify.
\[ 0.04n_2 = 4 \Rightarrow n_2 = 100\ \text{Hz} \]

Step 4:
Find $n_3$.
\[ n_3 = 0.99 \times 100 = 99\ \text{Hz} \]

Step 5:
Final answer.
\[ (n_2, n_3) = (100,\ 99) \]
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