What note does the 7th fret of the 6th string correspond to?

• A. A
• B. C
• C. B
• D. E

Answer: (C)

The 7th fret of the 6th string on a standard-tuned guitar corresponds to the note B. To understand why this is the case, it helps to first know the standard tuning of the guitar strings, which are E, A, D, G, B, and E, from the lowest (6th string) to the highest (1st string).

Starting with the open 6th string, which is an E note, moving up the frets on this string raises the pitch by a half step for each fret. Thus, if we count the frets:

• Open (0) - E

• 1st fret - F

• 2nd fret - F#/G♭

• 3rd fret - G

• 4th fret - G#/A♭

• 5th fret - A

• 6th fret - A#/B♭

• 7th fret - B

So, when you reach the 7th fret of the 6th string, you land on B. This understanding of fretboard navigation is essential for guitar playing, as it allows you to know the exact notes being played without needing to rely solely on tablature or sheet music