Digital audio (CD format): What is the sampling rate (samples per second) used for standard audio CDs? Refer to the Red Book CD-DA specification. Choose the correct sampling frequency.
Interview
Technology
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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A48.0 kHz
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B44.1 kHz
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C32.0 kHz
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D96.0 kHz
Answer
Correct Answer: 44.1 kHz
Explanation
ConceptStandard CD-DA audio uses 44.1 kHz sampling at 16-bit, stereo (two channels). Higher rates like 48/96 kHz are used in other formats.
Final Answer44.1 kHz