Multiple choice

Which of the following statements is false?

  1. Installation of silencing devices in home appliances reduces noise pollution in residential areas.

  2. TV and music systems must be run at low volume to reduce noise pollution.

  3. Planting of trees along the roads in residential areas adds to noise pollution as the leaves rustle in the wind.

  4. Noisy operations and noise producing industries should be set up away from residential areas to adhere noise levels laws.
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Plants cut down the sounds reaching the residents. Thus, they reduce the harmful effects of noise pollution.

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