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A Levels Physics (9702)•9702/11/M/J/23
Question 22 from 9702/11/M/J/23

Explanation

Doppler effect ambiguity

The setup is ambiguous regarding whether the observer moves with the car or is stationary in the lab frame.

Steps:

  • Identify the source as stationary at Q emitting frequency f.
  • Note the car moves at constant speed toward Q along straight line PQ.
  • Parse "stationary observer at point O attached to the car" as unclear: "stationary" could mean lab frame (fixed, hears f constant) or relative to car (moving toward source, hears >f constant).
  • Conclude Doppler shift depends on observer motion, but phrasing prevents determining relative velocity.

Not enough information to select an option.

Final answer: Not enough information.

Topic: Doppler effect for sound waves

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