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The Doppler effect for sound describes:

A Change in speed of sound with temperature
B Change in observed frequency due to relative motion between source and observer
C Reflection of sound waves
D Absorption of sound energy

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

Doppler effect: observed frequency increases when source approaches and decreases when it recedes, due to compression/expansion of wavefronts.

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