Question

assignment: quiz yourself on chapter 3
questions be1epe07h.ch03.07m
which of the following would be likely to create a sound intensity of 160 decibels?
a. traffic noise
b. a rock concert
c. a whisper
d. sounds of an office.

Explanation:

Traffic noise is usually around 85 - 90 decibels, a whisper is around 30 decibels, and office sounds are typically 40 - 60 decibels. A rock concert can reach high sound - intensity levels, and it is possible to have a sound intensity of 160 decibels at a very loud rock concert.

Answer:

B. A rock concert