Residents living beside a busy road complain of disturbed sleep from vehicle noise. Which community intervention is most appropriate?
Correct answer: A. Enforcing noise limits and using roadside barriers
- A. Enforcing noise limits and using roadside barriers
- B. Advising residents to drink tea before sleep
- C. Removing trees beside the road
- D. Keeping household windows open at night
Explanation
Noise limits and physical barriers reduce exposure at the community or environmental level. Tea does not control the hazard, removing vegetation may worsen exposure, and open windows may increase indoor noise.
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