Question

A loud sound is produced in the downtown section of a city. Which of the following is least likely to occur with the sound waves?
A. The sound wave will reflect off Buildings and automobiles.

B. The air will transmit the sound in longitudinal waves of energy.

C. All those sound waves will be absorbed by the surroundings.

D. The sound will bend spread between buildings by the fraction.

Answer 1

Answer:

A. The sound wave will reflect off Buildings and automobiles.

Explanation:

This is because the sound waves would more likely propagate through diffraction through buildings and transmission through the air. It is also more likely to be absorbed by buildings than for multiple reflections to occur off buildings and automobiles. In the process of reflection, these materials would absorb the sound energy thereby reducing its ability to reflect.