Short periods of exposure to 120 decibels
A)usually results in a permanent hearing loss.
B)may cause a temporary hearing loss.
C)may cause a conductive hearing loss.
D)will not result in a hearing loss since this is the level of normal conversation.

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Short periods of exposure to 120 decibels may cause a temporary hearing loss, but it is not typically associated with permanent damage for brief exposures. Permanent hearing loss is more likely with prolonged exposure to high levels of noise. 120 decibels is far above the level of normal conversation, which is around 60 decibels.

Short Periods of Exposure to 120 Decibels