Math Snap

STEP 1

1. Sound intensity refers to the power per unit area carried by a sound wave.
2. The sound source emits sound waves uniformly in all directions.

STEP 2

1. Understand the concept of sound intensity.
2. Analyze how distance affects sound intensity.
3. Determine the truth value of the statement.

STEP 3

Understand the concept of sound intensity:
Sound intensity is defined as the power per unit area carried by a sound wave. It is often measured in watts per square meter ($\text{W/m}^2$).

STEP 4

Analyze how distance affects sound intensity:
Sound intensity decreases with distance from the source because the energy of the sound wave spreads out over a larger area. This is described by the inverse square law, which states that intensity is inversely proportional to the square of the distance from the source.

Determine the truth value of the statement:
Given the inverse square law, the statement "Sound intensity decreases with distance from the source" is true.
The statement is:
$$\boxed{\text{True}}$$