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Which complete speaker pattern leaves the smallest pressure total beside one ear?

A plane engine is still running, yet powered headphones can make its steady drone feel smaller beside the listener's ear.

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  • Draw signed pressure values on a number line: what total do two same-sign values make?
  • Why is a repeating engine hum easier to follow than a sudden clap?
  • What does the soft earcup do even when its electronics are off?
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