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Which instrument is used to determine the frequency of a tuning fork?

Correct answer C. Sonometer

Explanation

A sonometer uses a stretched wire whose length is adjusted until it resonates with the tuning fork, allowing the fork's frequency to be calculated from the wire's tension and length.

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