Describe loudness and explain how perceived loudness is affected by pitch
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: A good answer will include the following key points.
• Loudness is the psychological dimension of auditory experience related to the intensity of a wave's pressure.
• Intensity corresponds to the amplitude (maximum height) of the wave.
• The more energy contained in the wave, the higher it is at its peak.
• Perceived loudness is also affected by how high or low a sound is.
• If low and high sounds produce waves with equal amplitudes, the low sound may seem quieter.
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