How to find the total dB of two sounds?

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To find the total decibel (dB) level of two sounds with the same frequency, the intensity of sound is proportional to the square of the amplitude. When one speaker produces 70dB, turning on a second identical speaker results in an increase in intensity, calculated using the formula dB=10log(I/I0). The correct approach involves recognizing that doubling the amplitude leads to an increase of about 3dB, not 1.5dB. Therefore, the total loudness when both speakers are on is approximately 73dB. Understanding the relationship between amplitude and intensity is crucial for accurate calculations in sound levels.
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Homework Statement


The frequency of the two sounds is the same, and the observer is equal distance from either sound source. When one speaker is turned off the loudness is 70dB, what is the total loudness when it is turned back on?

Homework Equations


A2∝I
dB=10log(I/I0)

The Attempt at a Solution


$$10log(\sqrt{\frac{2A}{A}})=10log\sqrt{2}=1.5$$
and 70+1.5=71.5dB

but I do not see it done this way anywhere so I don't know what I'm doing wrong
 
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Intensity is amplitude squared, not the other way round. Where does the square root come from?
 
The square root comes from the equation for dB which is 10log(I/I0)

But if you are doubling the amplitude that part becomes √2 right?
 
Summer95 said:
The square root comes from the equation for dB which is 10log(I/I0)

But if you are doubling the amplitude that part becomes √2 right?
because Intensity is proportional to the root of amplitude.
 
Summer95 said:
because Intensity is proportional to the root of amplitude.
nevermind your right I had it the wrong way round
 
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