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Which of Which of the following statements is true when comparing major to minor keys?

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a)

major keys sound bright, cheery, and optimistic compared to minor keys

b)

major keys sound dark, somber, and sinister compared to minor keys

c)

there is no audible difference between major and minor keys

d)

major keys have more sharps than minor keys he following statements is true when comparing major to minor keys?

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i played piano for 3 years
i say a
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Answer:

A

Step-by-step explanation:

Most Western keys are composed of 7 scale degrees, each labeled from 1 to 7. The differences between a major key and minor key are the 3rd, 6th, and 7th scale degrees. Those three notes are lowered a semitone in minor keys, which gives them a dark or somber tone to them. On the other hand, those notes are not lowered in major keys, which makes them give off a bright or cheery flavor.

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