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PHY 104 Pitch, loudness, quality, timber Objective Question

Question

What is the approximate smallest difference in loudness that can be detected by a human ear?
Options
A 0.1 decibel
B 1 decibel
Correct Answer
C 10 decibels
D 1 Bel
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The text mentions, 'the smallest difference that can be detected by a human ear is a one-decibel difference in loudness between two sounds.'

Hint

The name 'decibel' itself suggests a small unit.

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