What Is the Attenuation of a 7

question 53

Multiple Choice

What is the attenuation of a 7.5 MHz transducer at a depth of 20 mm?

• A) 7.5 dB
• B) 5.0 dB
• C) 0.53 dB
• D) 75 dB

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