Question

Loud noise above _______ can cause immediate harm to your ears.

• A. 50 dB
• B. 60 dB
• C. 80 dB
• D. 120 dB

Answer 1

The correct option is D 120 dB

• A sudden very loud noise can cause an eardrum to tear or rupture. Loud noise can also damage cells and membranes in the cochlea.
• Listening to loud noise for a long time can overwork hair cells in the ear, which can cause these cells to die. Noise above 80 dB over a prolonged period of time may start to damage your hearing.
• Loud noise above 120 dB can cause immediate harm to your ears.