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Which units measure the amplitude of sound waves?

seconds
decibals
watts
hertz

My choice: decibals

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Since using such a large scale is not practical, a logarithmic scale in decibels (dB) was introduced which is also in agreement with physiological and psychological hearing sensations.

Decibels.
Decibels
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