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Which song by Vega was used to test the MP3 format?

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Answer

"Tom's Diner" by Vega was chosen to test the MP3 format due to its wide range of frequencies, making it an ideal track to assess the compression algorithm's ability to preserve audio quality. The song's acoustic guitar, female vocals, and subtle percussive elements provided a challenging test for the MP3 format, helping to refine its compression techniques and establish its widespread adoption as a standard for digital audio.
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