How Does Tightening a Guitar String Affect Its Frequency?

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The discussion revolves around a problem involving the relationship between the frequency of a vibrating guitar string and the concept of beat frequency, particularly in the context of tuning a string in relation to a tuning fork.

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  • Participants are discussing the implications of changing the tension of the guitar string on its frequency and how that relates to the observed beat frequencies. There are inquiries about the relevant concepts and formulas that apply to this scenario.

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[SOLVED] Assignment Question Help! - Tuning Fork/ frequency

I've talked to numerous people who can not figure out this question, so if anyone has any ideas on how to do this question please help me!:confused:

A tuning fork is struck and held next to a vibrating guitar string, and beats of frequency 3 Hz are heard. The guitar string is tightened slightly, and the beat frequency decreases to 2 Hz. What is the new frequency of the guitar string? Explain your reasoning.
 
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If you want help you need to put some effort into the problem. Those are the rules. So, tell me something about the problem. What concepts apply? What formulas apply?
 
I think i almost have it, ill msg back when i get an answer
 
Cool! Good Luck.
 

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