The Sound Level of a Person Talking at 1

question 14

Multiple Choice

The sound level of a person talking at 1.0 m of distance is 60 dB. You are surrounded by five people all talking at the same time. What sound level are you being exposed to?

• A)600 dB
• B)60 dB
• C)74 dB
• D)67 dB
• E)81 dB

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