Multiple choice The human ear is sensitive to sound intensity ranging from 200 to 300 db 300 to 400 db 500 to 600 db 0 to 180 db Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself D Correct answer Explanation The human ear can detect sound intensities starting from 0 dB (the threshold of hearing) up to about 180 dB (which causes immediate damage). The other ranges listed are far beyond the threshold of pain.