Pls solve this question correctly instantly in 5 min i will give u 3 like for sure K 4. Intensity and DistanceThe intensity of sound from a single point source is measured at two locations which are distancesand 2 away from the point source.a. Prove that when measuring these intensities in decibels, the difference between these intensities isAb. What is the difference in decibels if r₂ = 2r₁? (Is the difference positive or negative?)B-R=20 log

The intensity of sound from a single point source is measured at two locations which are distances 1₁ and r2 away from the point source. a. Prove that when measuring these intensities in decibels, the difference between these intensities is 11 B-R=20 log b. What is the difference in decibels if r₂ = 2r₁? (Is the difference positive or negative?)

The intensity of sound from a single point source is measured at two locations which are distances 1₁ and r2 away from the point source. a. Prove that when measuring these intensities in decibels, the difference between these intensities is 11 B-R=20 log b. What is the difference in decibels if r₂ = 2r₁? (Is the difference positive or negative?)

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Chapter17: Physics Of Hearing

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Problem 68PE: (a) Find the intensity in watts per meter squared of a 60.0Hz sound having a loudness of 60 phons....

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