An observer moves towards a stationary source of sound, with a velocity one-fifth of the velocity of sound. What is the percentage increase in the apparent frequency ... $\%$
  • A$5$
  • B$20$
  • C$0$
  • D$0.5$
AIEEE 2005, Medium
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