A stationary loudspeaker emits a 600 Hz tone

PHYSICS · Single correct · AP · Physics 2: Algebra-based · Waves Sound and Physical Optics · Waves Sound and Physical Optics

Problem

A stationary loudspeaker emits a 600 Hz tone. A jogger runs directly away from the loudspeaker at 15 m/s. The speed of sound in air is 343 m/s. Which value is closest to the frequency the jogger hears? (a) 585 Hz585\,\text{Hz} (b) 600 Hz600\,\text{Hz} (c) 574 Hz574\,\text{Hz} (d) 626 Hz626\,\text{Hz}

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