A very loud train whistle has an acoustic power output of 200 Watts. If the sound...

A very loud train whistle has an acoustic power output of 200 Watts. If the sound energy spreads out spherically, what is the intensity level in dB at a distance of 200 meters from the train?

a. 82 dB

b. 86 dB

c. 89 dB

d. 95 dB

e. 98 dB

Expert Solution

Option b is correct. To convert in to decibel a threshold level of hearing intensity should be considered.

genius_generous answered 2 years ago

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