Concept explainers
Is sound intensity subjective or is loudness subjective? Why?
The sound intensity is subjective, or its loudness is subjective with the reason of subjective.
Answer to Problem 10A
The loudness is subjective as the source of loudness can be changed.
Explanation of Solution
Introduction: The loudness & sound intensity are the term in sound wave. Both are related to each other, but they cannot be termed as identical.
The sound intensity is measurable quantity, so it is objective .The loudness is subjective as the source of loudness can be changed .
Conclusion:
The loudness is subjective as it can not be measured by an instrument.
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