At which fret is the note D located on the 5th (A) string?

The note D on the 5th string, which is the A string, can be found at the 5th fret. This is due to the pattern of whole and half steps on the fretboard. The open A string is tuned to the note A, and as you move up the frets, each fret raises the pitch by a half step.

Starting from A at the open string:

• The 1st fret is A# (or Bb),

• The 2nd fret is B,

• The 3rd fret is C,

• The 4th fret is C# (or Db),

• Finally, the 5th fret is D.

Thus, the correct answer is the 5th fret, as it corresponds directly to the note D on the 5th string. Understanding the layout of notes on the fretboard is essential for identifying notes quickly and efficiently.