Solve the Problem $\mathrm { d }$ Is Given by the Formula

question 371

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-The loudness of a sound can be quantified in units called decibels, where the number of decibels $\mathrm { d }$ is given by the formula $\mathrm { d } = 10 \log \frac { \mathrm { I } } { \mathrm { I } _ { 0 } }$ .
What is the decibel rating of a sound having an intensity $\mathrm { I } = 1000 \mathrm { I } _ { 0 }$ ?

• A) 1000 decibels
• B) 3 decibels
• C) 30 decibels
• D) 13 decibels

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