Second inversion
= Second inversion
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In music theory, a **second inversion** refers to a specific arrangement of the notes in a triad (a three-note chord). To understand second inversion, it's important to first grasp the concept of inversions in general. A triad consists of three notes, typically defined as: 1. The root (the starting note) 2. The third (the note that is a third above the root) 3.