Studies of the impact of noise on people indicate that
A)only very loud,punishing noise leads to any ill-effects.
B)people can cope with noise,but in time they begin to display ill-effects.
C)people are distracted by the noise,but it leads to no long term effects.
D)individuals seek out environments that are somewhat noisy,but not too noisy.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that people can cope with noise in the short term, but prolonged exposure can lead to negative effects such as increased stress, anxiety, and sleep disturbances. These effects may not be immediately noticeable but can develop over time. Therefore, option B is the correct choice.

Studies of the Impact of Noise on People Indicate That