Humans can hear sounds ranging from
A)20 to 2000 dB.
B)20 to 2000 Hz.
C)20 to 20 000 dB.
D)20 to 20 000 Hz.

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The range of sound frequencies that humans can hear is typically from 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz. The loudness or intensity of sound is measured in decibels (dB), but the range of human hearing is generally considered to be from 0 dB (the threshold of hearing) to 120 dB (the threshold of pain). Therefore, option D is the correct choice as it represents the range of frequencies that human ear can capture.

Humans Can Hear Sounds Ranging from