How Does Distance Affect Perceived Loudness and Intensity in Tuning Forks?

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Distance significantly impacts the perceived loudness and intensity of sound produced by tuning forks. The inverse square law is the correct formula to calculate intensity based on distance. In the discussion, a tuning fork at 320 Hz was tested at various distances, yielding intensity ratings on a scale from 1 to 10. The provided data shows how perceived loudness decreases as distance increases. Understanding this relationship is crucial for accurately measuring sound intensity in experiments.
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This is my first post, so I really hope I'm not in the wrong area. I'm doing a lab is class and I'm confused as to what formula I'm supposed to use.

Problem: Use the tuning forks to test the difference between perceived loudness and actual intensity. Use the formula to calculate intensity based on distance and your own ranking scale to give a number for loudness.

Tuning Fork 320 Hz.

Distance(m) .2 .15 .17 .1
Intensity(1-10) 2 1.6 1.4 1

Thanks in advance.
 
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This should be in the homework section.

The formula you are after is the inverse square law.

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