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What is loudness? a)the frequency of a sound wave b)the rate at which a wave’s energy flows through a given area c)the amplitude of a sound wave d)the physical response to the i…

What is loudness? a)the frequency of a sound wave b)the rate at which a wave’s energy flows through a given area c)the amplitude of a sound wave d)the physical response to the i…
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What is loudness?

a)the frequency of a sound wave
b)the rate at which a wave’s energy flows through a given area
c)the amplitude of a sound wave
d)the physical response to the intensity of sound, modified by physical factors

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D is right but c fits as well

User Jack Avante
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D is the best answer.  C is somewhat true, increasing the amplitude of a wave will make it louder, but loudness depends on the listener.  To a person hard of hearing, a given amplitude will sound quieter than for a normal hearing person.
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