Sound waves and frequency problem

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The discussion focuses on factors affecting sound audibility in a public-address system used in school assemblies. Key considerations include the PA system's ability to reproduce various frequencies, optimal speaking volume, and microphone positioning. Additionally, external factors such as wind, student positioning, and air temperature can influence sound transmission. Suggestions for investigation include examining how different frequencies are affected by these variables. Understanding these elements is crucial for improving communication effectiveness in school settings.
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A public-address system is usually used in the school assembly to obtain better attention from students. Carry out a study on the factors affecting the audibility of sound.

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Objective: To study how does the frequency of the sound are affected by tension, length and material of the string. This objective was rejected by teacher. I had come up another objective which is to investigate the relationship between the amplitude and frequency and the loudness of sound was also rejected. Any other suggestions regarding this topic?[/B]
 
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It seems that you need to investigate what has an influence
on how well the students can hear the messages over the PA system.
That would be the PA system itself, maybe how well it reproduces various
frequencies, how loud should one talk into it or how close one's mouth should
be to the microphone, does it transmit lower frequencies (male voice) better than
higher frequencies (female voice), and external influences once the waves are in the air, like wind,
position of the student with respect to the PA system, temperature of the air...
 
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