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In Figure 5.13, state whether tone B would be masked by tone A. Explain. Also indicate whether tone $\mathrm{C}$ would mask the narrow-band noise. Give reasons.
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Masking occurs when the presence of one sound makes another sound less audible. This typically happens when the masking sound is louder and/or has a similar frequency to the sound being masked. Show more…
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