Which fret corresponds to the note G on the 1st string?

• A. 5th fret
• B. 2nd fret
• C. 3rd fret
• D. 4th fret

Answer: (C)

The note G on the 1st string, which is the high E string on the guitar, is located at the 3rd fret. Understanding this concept hinges on the relationship between open strings and frets on the guitar.

When you play the high E string open (without pressing any frets), it produces the note E. Moving up one fret raises the pitch by a half step, making the 1st fret F, and the 2nd fret F#. Continuing this pattern, the 3rd fret corresponds to G. Therefore, pressing down on the 3rd fret of the 1st string allows you to play the note G.

This geometric pattern of frets and notes applies to all strings on the guitar. Learning to identify these notes on each string and fret helps deepen musical understanding and improves the ability to navigate the fretboard effectively.