Trumpeter A holds a B-flat note on the trumpet for a long time. Person C is running towards the trumpeter at a constant velocity
. Person B is running away from the trumpeter at the same rate. Person D is standing still the whole time. Which person hears a note that is higher than the B-flat?
A) Person A
B) Person B
C) Person C
D) Person D
Person C hears a note that is higher than a B-flat. This is because as the runner approaches the stationary trumpeter, the sound waves become compressed. This reduces the wavelength and increases the frequency.