Answer :
The function L= 10 log(I/10^-16) is a logarithmic equation
The loudness of the whisper is 40 decibels
How to determine the loudness?
The function of the loudness is given as:
L= 10 log(I/10^-16)
When the intensity is 10^-12, the equation becomes
L= 10 log(10^-12/10^-16)
Evaluate the quotient
L= 10 log(10^4)
Apply the rule of logarithm
L= 10 * 4
Evaluate the product
L = 40
Hence, the loudness of the whisper is 40 decibels
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