Frequency of the sound heard by the passanger in the car

In summary, the frequency of the reflected sound from the building is 880hz, the frequency of the reflected sound incident on the approaching police car is 931hz, and the frequency of beats detected by the driver of the police car is 51hz. The frequency of beats could also be calculated as 103hz by subtracting the frequency of the initial sound source (828hz) from the frequency of the reflected sound incident on the approaching police car (931hz).
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Homework Statement


The police car with its siren emits frequency of 828hz approaching a buliding at 20m/s. . What's the frequency reflected from the buliding ?
the ans is ((340)/(340-20))x 828 = 880hz.
What's the frequncy of the reflected sound incident on the approaching police car?
The ans is ((340+20)/340) x 880 = 931hz.
part iii) find the frequency of beats detected by the driver of the police car?
the ans is 931-880= 51hz

for part iii) why not the frequncy of beats =frequency of the reflected sound incident on the approaching police car(931hz) - frequency of the initial sound source (828hz) = 103hz ?


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I believe your answer is correct and the book answer wrong.
 
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I agree with haruspex. The book's answer looks odd.
 

1. What factors affect the frequency of sound heard by a passenger in a car?

The frequency of sound heard by a passenger in a car can be affected by the speed of the car, the type of road surface, and the type of tires on the car. Other factors such as the distance between the passenger and the source of the sound, the acoustics of the car's interior, and the type of sound being produced can also impact the frequency.

2. Why does sound seem to change in frequency when a car is moving?

As a car moves, it creates sound waves that travel through the air. When the car is moving towards an observer, the sound waves are compressed and the frequency appears higher. When the car is moving away from the observer, the sound waves are stretched out and the frequency appears lower. This phenomenon is known as the Doppler effect.

3. What is the range of frequencies that a passenger can hear in a car?

The frequency range that a passenger can hear in a car depends on many factors, including the speed of the car, the type of road surface, and the acoustics of the car's interior. Generally, a passenger can hear frequencies ranging from 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz, which is known as the audible range of human hearing.

4. Are there any safety concerns related to the frequency of sound heard in a car?

The frequency of sound heard in a car does not pose any direct safety concerns. However, if the sound is too loud, it can become a distraction for the driver and affect their ability to pay attention to the road. Additionally, loud or repetitive sounds can also cause fatigue and contribute to driver drowsiness.

5. Can the frequency of sound heard in a car be measured?

Yes, the frequency of sound heard in a car can be measured using a sound level meter. This device measures the intensity of sound in decibels (dB) and can also provide information about the frequency of the sound. Additionally, there are various smartphone apps available that can measure the frequency of sound, although they may not be as accurate as a dedicated sound level meter.

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