Sound Intensity Level and Hearing Problem

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The discussion focuses on calculating sound intensity levels using the inverse square law. One participant suggests using this law to determine sound intensity at 2 meters based on measurements taken at 3 meters, rather than calculating the power of the sound source. The formula provided for this calculation is I2m/I3m = 3^2/2^2. The exchange highlights the importance of understanding sound intensity and its relation to distance. Overall, the conversation emphasizes practical methods for sound intensity calculations.
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Could really use some input!
 
Dr. S said:
Could really use some input!

It's correct, but I would've just used the inverse square law to work out the sound intensity at 2m from the one at 3m instead of calculating the power of the source.
 
Curious3141 said:
It's correct, but I would've just used the inverse square law to work out the sound intensity at 2m from the one at 3m instead of calculating the power of the source.

Inverse square law? How I would I go about using that here?

Thank you, by the way. :)
 
Dr. S said:
Inverse square law? How I would I go about using that here?

Thank you, by the way. :)

\frac{I_{2m}}{I_{3m}} = \frac{3^2}{2^2}.

And you're welcome. :smile:
 
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