Question

In 5-4 meter, how many beats are in each measure?

A. Two beats, and the quarter note gets the beat.

B. Three beats, and the quarter note gets the beat.

C. Five beats, and the quarter note gets the beat.

D. Four beats, and the quarter note gets the beat.

Answer 1

C. Five beats, and the quarter note gets the beat

Answer 2

There are easily 5 beats per measure. And the quarter note gets one beat just like in 4-4 time.

So C is the answer.