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

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The discussion centers on the relationship between distance and perceived loudness using tuning forks, specifically a 320 Hz tuning fork. Participants are tasked with applying the inverse square law to calculate intensity based on varying distances and their subjective loudness rankings. The distances tested were 0.2 m, 0.15 m, 0.17 m, and 0.1 m, with corresponding intensity ratings of 2, 1.6, 1.4, and 1, respectively. The inverse square law is identified as the key formula for this analysis.

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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.

Claude.
 

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