The Amplitude of Sounds Waves Determines the ________

Question

The amplitude of sounds waves determines the ________.
A) pitch
B) loudness
C) location of sound
D) none of the above

Accepted Answer

The loudness of a sound is directly related to the amplitude of the sound waves. A greater amplitude means a louder sound. Pitch is determined by the frequency of the sound waves and the location of sound is determined by the way it interacts with the environment, such as bouncing off surfaces.