Question

select the correct answer.
what does a sharp sign indicate when used in representing a pitch?
a. to cancel the previous sign
b. to lower the pitch half a step
c. to raise the pitch half a step
d. to raise the pitch one full step

Explanation:

In musical notation, a sharp sign is an accidental that modifies a pitch. It specifically raises the natural pitch of a note by a half step (also called a semitone). Option A describes a natural sign, option B describes a flat sign, and option D is incorrect as a sharp does not raise by a full step.

Answer:

C. to raise the pitch half a step