Noise pollution is caused above a sound level of:

50 decibels

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20 decibels

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90 decibels

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10 decibels

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Solution

The correct option is C
90 decibels

Human ears can tolerate sounds up to a level of 80 decibels. Beyond this it causes irritation and hence the levels above 90 decibels are considered as noise pollution.

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