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How much does the speed of sound increase for every 1 degree Celsius rise in temperature near room temperature?
A0.61 m/s
B6.1 m/s
C1.0 m/s
D332 m/s
✓ Correct Answer: A — 0.61 m/s
The speed of sound in air increases by approximately 0.61 meters per second for every degree Celsius increase in temperature.
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