An observer is approaching with a speed $v$, towards a stationary source emitting sound waves of wavelength $\lambda_0$. The wavelength shift detected by the observer is (Take $c=$ speed of sound)
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In Doppler effect only change in frequency is observed and not change in wavelength if observer approaches the source.

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