6. Loudness is measured in decibels. The formula for the loudness of a sound is given...

 

 

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6. "Loudness" is measured in decibels. The formula for the loudness of a sound is given dB = 10log(+) by where Io is the intensity of "threshold sound", or sound that can barely be perceived. Considering that prolonged exposure to sounds above 85 decibels can cause hearing damage or loss, and considering that a gunshot from a .22 caliber rifle has an intensity of about I= (2.5 x1013) Io, should you follow the rules and wear ear protection when relaxing at the rifle range? (USE A CALCULATOR HERE) Explain. 6. "Loudness" is measured in decibels. The formula for the loudness of a sound is given dB = 10log(+) by where Io is the intensity of "threshold sound", or sound that can barely be perceived. Considering that prolonged exposure to sounds above 85 decibels can cause hearing damage or loss, and considering that a gunshot from a .22 caliber rifle has an intensity of about I= (2.5 x1013) Io, should you follow the rules and wear ear protection when relaxing at the rifle range? (USE A CALCULATOR HERE) Explain.