By How Many Decibels Does the Intensity Level of a Sound

question 433

Multiple Choice

By how many decibels does the intensity level of a sound decrease when you triple your distance from a source of sound?

• A) 12 dB
• B) 6.0 dB
• C) 9.5 dB
• D) 3.0 dB
• E) 4.8 dB

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Definitions:

Oligopolistic Producer

A company that operates in a market with a small number of competitors, often characterized by mutual dependence.

Non-collusive Oligopolist

A firm within an oligopoly market structure that independently sets prices and output levels without coordinating with competition, avoiding illegal collaborative practices.

Equilibrium Price

A price level where the supply of goods matches the demand for those goods in the market.

Equilibrium Quantity

The amount of products or services available and sought after at the balance price, wherein the market's supply and demand equalize.