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The loudness depends upon theof the sound waves.

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pitch
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amplitude
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frequency
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Solution

The correct option is B amplitude
The loudness depends upon the amplitude of the sound wave.
Amplitude is defined as the maximum displacement of a particle from its mean position. Loud sound can travel longer distance than soft sound because loud sound is associated with more energy.

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