Three diffrent frequency cause occurance of beat

[somecelxis]

my ans is f Y = 260hz. but the ans is f Y= 252hz . am i wrong? why?
Since X is 256Hz., when sounded with Y 4 beats are produced, so Y is either sounding at 260 or 252Hz (+-4Hz).
When Z is sounded with X, 8 beats are heard, so Z is either 264 or 248Hz.(+-8Hz). my fZ is (264Hz.) now the f Y can be 260 or 252Hz (+-4Hz).
which one to choose?

 

[rude man]

Could be either 252 or 260.
Is there a second part that compares fY with fZ? That would resolve the ambiguity.

 

[somecelxis]

Could be either 252 or 260.
Is there a second part that compares fY with fZ? That would resolve the ambiguity.

no . that's the whole question. so it can be bith 260hz and 252hz?

 

[rude man]

no . that's the whole question. so it can be bith 260hz and 252hz?

Yes.

 

[HalfLostAndSearching]

As a scientist, it is important to always rely on data and evidence to support any claims or conclusions. In this case, the data provided suggests that Y is either sounding at 260 or 252Hz, with a margin of error of +-4Hz. It is possible that your initial answer of 260Hz was based on a different understanding or interpretation of the given information. It is important to carefully analyze and interpret data to ensure accuracy in scientific research. In this case, it would be best to choose the value of 252Hz for Y, as it falls within the given margin of error. However, further experimentation and analysis may be needed to confirm this answer.