G Sharp and A Flat Are Not The Same

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary characteristic of the equal temperament tuning system?
It divides the octave into 7 equal steps.
It is based on the Pythagorean comma.
It divides the octave into 12 equal half steps.
It uses the harmonic series for tuning.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main issue with Pythagorean tuning?
It cannot produce a perfect octave.
It is only suitable for string instruments.
It results in a Wolf fifth due to the Pythagorean comma.
It uses complex mathematical calculations.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does just intonation improve upon Pythagorean tuning?
By making all intervals equally distant.
By eliminating the need for cents.
By perfectly tuning major thirds using small ratios.
By using larger ratios for intervals.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a significant drawback of just intonation?
It cannot be used for any musical key.
It does not allow easy key transitions.
It requires electronic tuning devices.
It makes all intervals sound the same.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main advantage of equal temperament over other tuning systems?
It is based on the harmonic series.
It allows playing in all keys without retuning.
It eliminates all dissonance.
It uses the simplest possible ratios.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does equal temperament affect the tuning of intervals other than octaves?
It only affects the tuning of octaves.
All intervals are equally distant.
Fifths are slightly flat, and thirds are slightly sharp.
All intervals are perfectly in tune.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a common criticism of equal temperament?
It only works for string instruments.
It makes all music sound dissonant.
It simplifies harmony to a single flavor.
It is too complex for practical use.
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