How Does Tightening a Guitar String Affect Beat Frequency?

In summary, the conversation discusses a physics assignment question involving a tuning fork and a vibrating guitar string. The beat frequency is initially 3 Hz, but decreases to 2 Hz when the guitar string is tightened. The individual seeking help is advised to check their previous post and not to double post problems.
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[SOLVED] Physics Assignment Question Help!

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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Check your other post. Please do not double post problems.
 
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Yeah i know I accidently posted it into the wrong section and then a moderator i think moved it here? not really sure I am knew, so i thought it was deleted, so i posted a new one in the homework section
 
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No problem. It's just easier to help with homework problems we don't have a problem being solved more than once. Don't worry about it.
 

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