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Which of the following statements is an accurate description of sound transmission through various mediums?

A. Elastic solids prevent sound from being transmitted better than liquids.

B. Inelastic materials conduct sound better than elastic solids.

C. Gases conduct sound better than liquids.

D. Sound insulators prevent sound from being transmitted better than elastic solids.

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The answer is D. Sound insulators prevent sound from being transmitted better than elastic solids. just took PF test

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The answer is D. Sound insulators prevent sound from being transmitted better than elastic solids because sound insulators basically muffle and block the sound waves.

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