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What is the main source of outdoor noise pollution worldwide?

Construction only

Industrial buildings

Transportation systems only

Construction and transportation systems (correct)

What may give rise to noise pollution as per the text?

Proximity of residential areas to hospitals

Poor urban planning (correct)

Rural areas

Side-by-side residential buildings

What factors can affect the noise level reading on a sound level meter?

The brand of the sound level meter

The color of the noise source

The phase of the moon

The distance between the meter and the source of the sound (correct)

At what decibel level can immediate and irreversible nerve damage occur in humans?

140 dB or higher Signup and view all the answers

What happens to hearing acuity over time when exposed to sounds above 85 dB?

Reduced hearing acuity Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to specify conditions when reporting a sound level value?

To provide context for the reading Signup and view all the answers

How does noise pollution affect cetaceans such as whales and dolphins?

Interferes with feeding habits, reproductive patterns, and migration routes Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant impact of noise pollution on individuals according to the text?

Sleep disturbance leading to reduced work performance Signup and view all the answers

Which organization estimates that one out of three people in Europe is harmed by traffic noise?

World Health Organization Signup and view all the answers

What is a recommended way to avoid noise pollution according to the text?

Avoiding prolonged use of earphones at elevated sound levels Signup and view all the answers

How is environmental and industrial noise regulated in the United States?

Under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 and the Noise Control Act of 1972 Signup and view all the answers

What can be an adverse effect of noise pollution according to the text?

Reduced school performance in children Signup and view all the answers