The pitch of sound is determined by its ________; the loudness of sound is determined by its ________.
A) frequency; complexity
B) amplitude; intensity
C) intensity; amplitude
D) frequency; intensity

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The pitch of sound is determined by its frequency (how many cycles or waves per second), while the loudness of sound is determined by its intensity (the amount of energy in the sound wave). Therefore, D is the correct answer choice.

The Pitch of Sound Is Determined by Its ________; the Loudness