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A point source emits sound equally in all directions in a non-absorbing medium, Two points P and Q are at distance of 2m and 3m respectively from the source. The ratio of the intensities of the waves at P and Q is

a
9 : 4
b
2 : 3
c
3 : 2
d
4 : 9

detailed solution

Correct option is A

Intensity ∝1(Distance)2⇒I1I2=d2d12=322=94

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