Due to the range of sound intensity we can perceive, we use a scale to describe the sound pressure or intensity of auditory stimuli, also known as what?   1)  sound intensity level (SIL)   2)  hertz (Hz)   3)  decibels (dB)   4)  kilohertz (kHz) 2)  Factors that can decrease the perception of pain include:   1)  focusing on a challenging activity.   2)  humor.   3)  release of endorphins.   4)  all of the above.

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1) Due to the range of sound intensity we can perceive, we use a scale to describe the sound pressure or intensity of auditory stimuli, also known as what?

 

1) 

sound intensity level (SIL)

 

2) 

hertz (Hz)

 

3) 

decibels (dB)

 

4) 

kilohertz (kHz)

2) 

Factors that can decrease the perception of pain include:

 

1) 

focusing on a challenging activity.

 

2) 

humor.

 

3) 

release of endorphins.

 

4) 

all of the above.

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The unit in general use to measure sound intensity is the decibel 

So correct option is 3)  Decibel

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