The frequency of sound waves is to the complexity of sound waves as the
A) pitch of sound is to the timbre.
B) amplitude of sound is to the loudness.
C) pitch of sound is to the amplitude.
D) timbre of sound is to the loudness.
E) loudness of sound is to the timbre.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The frequency of sound waves refers to the pitch of the sound, while the complexity of sound waves refers to the timbre. Pitch and timbre are both aspects of how a sound is perceived, but they are different properties. Therefore, choice A is the best answer.

The Frequency of Sound Waves Is to the Complexity of Sound