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An observer moves towards a stationary source of sound with a speed 1/5th of the speed of sound.  The wavelength and frequency of the source emitted are λ and f , respectively.  The apparent frequency and wavelength recorded by the observer are respectively.

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a
f,1.2λ
b
0.8f,0.8λ
c
1.2f,0.83λ
d
1.2f,λ
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Correct option is D

Motion of the observer does not change the wavelength.Apparent frequency  n1=v+vovf


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