Multiple choice

The highest audible frequency of human beings is

  1. 20 KHz

  2. 20 Hz

  3. 200 Hz

  4. 50 Hz

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A Correct answer
Explanation

The typical human hearing range is 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz (20 kHz). The upper limit of 20 kHz represents the highest frequency most young, healthy humans can perceive, though this ability decreases with age and exposure to loud sounds.