Question

Nathan has just begun his informative speech when jackhammers start making a racket in a nearby parking lot. This bothers both Nathan and the audience. The jack hammer noise is an example of a/an:

a. Environmental distraction
b. Noise pollution
c. Psychological problem
d. Active noise

Answer 1

The correct answer is letter "B": Noise pollution.

Step-by-step explanation:

Noise pollution refers to all sounds produced by man because of his daily activities that create discomfort or damage somehow the natural environment. The noise is causing the pollution comes from honking horns, motor vehicles, manufacturing plants, and construction works just to mention a few.