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Loudness is determined by the ________ of vibration.

A

pitch

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B

intensity

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C

frequency

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D

amplitude

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Solution

The correct option is D
amplitude
Loudness of the sound is directly proportional to the square of amplitude. If the amplitude of vibration is more, the sound will be louder.

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