Which note is found at the 8th fret of the 2nd string?

• A. G
• B. A
• C. D
• D. C

Answer: (D)

The 2nd string of a standard-tuned guitar is the B string. When you play the B string at the 8th fret, you are effectively raising the pitch by 8 half steps from the open string pitch.

Starting from the open B note, counting up the frets gives you the following sequence:

• 1st fret: C

• 2nd fret: C#

• 3rd fret: D

• 4th fret: D#

• 5th fret: E

• 6th fret: F

• 7th fret: F#

• 8th fret: G

This means that the note at the 8th fret of the 2nd string is G. Thus, identifying the notes on the fretboard, particularly on the 2nd string, confirms that G is the correct answer for the 8th fret position.