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If the amplitude of a wave is doubled, what will be the effect on its loudness?
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Answer
As we know, that loudness is proportional to the square of the amplitude
Loudness ∝ (amplitude) 2
Therefore, if amplitude = 2a
Hence, if amplitude of a wave is doubled loudness will become four times.
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