Sound intensity, given frequencies

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The intensity of a sound wave at a frequency of 1.31 kHz is measured at 0.894 W/m². When the frequency is increased to 2.33 kHz, while maintaining a constant displacement amplitude, the intensity can be calculated using the relationship that intensity is proportional to the square of the frequency. The correct formula to apply is I ∝ f², leading to the conclusion that the new intensity can be determined by the ratio of the squares of the frequencies, resulting in an intensity of approximately 2.59 W/m².

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  • Understanding of sound wave properties and intensity
  • Familiarity with the equation I=(P/4πr²)
  • Knowledge of logarithmic calculations for sound levels
  • Basic principles of wave mechanics and frequency relationships
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Homework Statement



The intensity of a sound wave at a fixed dis-
tance from a speaker vibrating at 1.31 kHz is
0.894 W/m^2.
Determine the intensity if the frequency is
increased to 2.33 kHz while a constant dis-
placement amplitude is maintained.
Answer in units of W/m^2

Homework Equations



I=(P/4pi*r^a) and L = 10log(I0/I1)

The Attempt at a Solution



I tried a proportion with frequency over intensity to where I did (1.31)/(.894) = (2.33)/(x) and got 1.59 but the internet program said it was wrong (I have 6 more tries). I then looked at my equation relating intensity to power and area which is the first equation listed above which is one of the many equations that we have learned in class. It seems like the most ideal equation but the problem is that I'm not given power and I don't know how to relate power to frequency. My guess is that maybe you solve for some sort of radius with the first part of the problem and then use that radius in the second part since it says that the displacement doesn't change. Thanks.
 
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Roughly: Intensity \propto Energy \propto velocity squared \propto frequency squared
 

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