The loudness of a sound is related to the of the vibration that produces the sound.
a. timbre
b. amplitude
c. duration
d. frequency

B. amplitude.

Explanation:

The loudness of a sound is related to the amplitude of the vibration that produces the sound. The bigger the amplitude, the louder the sound.

the answer is counterpoint.

counterpoint definition: "the art or technique of playing a melody or melodies in conjunction with another, according to fixed rules."

counterpoint is present in a lot of baroque music- such as bach (notably his wtc prelude and fugues) and scarlatti, but can also be found in music by mozart, beethoven. it can even be found in music as modern as john williams!