Answer:
425dB
Explanation:
Given the intensity level 10 m from a point sound source is 85 dB, then;
L1 = 10m, I1= 85dB ...1
The intensity level 50 m away from the same source cal be calculated using the equivalent expression;
when L2 = 50m, I2 = ? ... 2
Solving equation 1 nad 2;
10m = 85db
50m = x
Cross multiplying;
50 * 85 = 10 * x
10x = 50*85
10x = 4250
Divide both sides by 10
10x/10 = 4250/10
x = 425 dB
Hence, the intensity level 50 m away from the same source is 425dB
