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Which is the greatest source overall of noise pollution in the developed world?
Suggested Answer: B
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Transport.
Think about it: vehicle engine noise, sirens, rail, overhead aircraft. With engine noise often being a constant buzz.
15 comments · newest first
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Alexia
3 months ago
Military activity can be loud, but it’s not as frequent as transport noise.
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Teddy
3 months ago
Large crowds can be intense, but they’re usually temporary.
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Gwenn
3 months ago
True, but daily commuting noise is constant. It's hard to escape it.
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Annice
4 months ago
But concerts can be really loud too! They can disturb a lot of people.
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Johanna
4 months ago
I agree, especially with all the cars and planes.
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Jerilyn
4 months ago
I think transport is the biggest source. So many vehicles everywhere.
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Rana
4 months ago
I agree, transport is the biggest culprit for sure!
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Shelia
4 months ago
Wait, is music really a source of noise pollution? Seems odd!
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Cristy
4 months ago
Large crowds can be loud, but they don't compare to traffic.
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Golda
6 months ago
I thought it was A) Military activity, but I guess not.
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Ben
6 months ago
Definitely B) Transport, it's everywhere!
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Ahmad
7 months ago
I’m leaning towards transport as well, but I wonder if music at events could add up to a lot too.
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Dortha
7 months ago
Large crowds can be noisy, but I feel like they’re not as consistent as transport noise.
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Clemencia
7 months ago
I'm not so sure about that. I remember a practice question that mentioned military activity could be significant too.
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Laquanda
7 months ago
I think transport is a major source of noise pollution, especially with all the cars and planes.