Sounds such as those produced by instruments are called complex, and consist of __________ frequencies that are integer multiples of the ________frequency.
A) harmonics, critical
B) harmonics, essential
C) harmonics, fundamental
D) fundamental, harmonic

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Complex sounds produced by instruments consist of harmonics, which are frequencies that are integer multiples of the fundamental frequency. Thus, the fundamental frequency is a single frequency that is not a multiple of any other frequency in the sound.

Sounds Such as Those Produced by Instruments Are Called Complex