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Which of the following is the fourth highest cause of disability worldwide?
Which of the following is the fourth highest cause of disability worldwide?
- Noise-induced hearing loss
- Progressive rock
- Hearing loss (correct)
- Exposure to noise
What percentage of adults in the US show signs of noise-induced hearing loss?
What percentage of adults in the US show signs of noise-induced hearing loss?
- 100%
- 25% (correct)
- 50%
- 75%
According to the Environmental Protection Agency, what is the recommended limit for noise levels?
According to the Environmental Protection Agency, what is the recommended limit for noise levels?
- 100 decibels
- 50 decibels
- 70 decibels (correct)
- 85 decibels
What is the potential harm of continued exposure to noise above 85 dBA?
What is the potential harm of continued exposure to noise above 85 dBA?
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What is one of the main reasons behind noise-induced hearing loss?
What is one of the main reasons behind noise-induced hearing loss?
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What is the recommended limit for noise levels to protect your hearing?
What is the recommended limit for noise levels to protect your hearing?
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What is the potential harm of continued exposure to noise above 85 dBA?
What is the potential harm of continued exposure to noise above 85 dBA?
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What percentage of adults in the US show signs of noise-induced hearing loss?
What percentage of adults in the US show signs of noise-induced hearing loss?
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What can decibel readers tell you?
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