Beats: The wavelengths of the sounds produced by two horns are 6.0 m and 7.0 m, respectively. What beat frequency is heard when the horns are sounded on a day when the speed of sound is 340 m/s?

A. 5 Hz
B. 6 Hz
C. 7 Hz
D. 8 Hz


Answer: D

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