MDCAT Physics MCQ #3962

Doppler shift occurs when there is relative motion between the source and the observer. What changes?

MDCAT Physics MCQ #3962

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Doppler shift occurs when there is relative motion between the source and the observer. What changes?

    • A) Frequency
    • B) Wavelength
    • C) Speed
    • D) Amplitude

    Answer: Frequency

    Explanation: The Doppler effect results in a change in the observed frequency. Option B is incorrect because wavelength also changes but the primary effect is on frequency.