What note corresponds to the 5th fret on the 1st (high E) string?

• A. A
• B. B
• C. C
• D. D

Answer: (B)

The note that corresponds to the 5th fret on the 1st (high E) string is B. On a guitar, each fret represents a half-step (or semitone) increase in pitch from the open string. Starting from the open high E string, which is the note E, moving up to the 1st fret gives you F, the 2nd fret gives you F#, the 3rd fret is G, the 4th fret is G#, and finally, the 5th fret corresponds to A.

Therefore, the sequence of notes starting from E in the open position is:

• Open: E

• 1st Fret: F

• 2nd Fret: F#

• 3rd Fret: G

• 4th Fret: G#

• 5th Fret: A

This pattern continues along the fretboard, helping you understand the relationship between the frets and the notes they produce. Thus, when you reach the 5th fret on the high E string, you'll arrive at the note A.