How does the decibel scale being logarithmic affect the way we measure and perceive sound levels?

The logarithmic nature of the decibel scale means that each increase of 10 decibels represents a tenfold increase in sound intensity. This affects the way we measure and perceive sound levels because small changes in decibels can correspond to large changes in actual sound intensity. As a result, our perception of sound levels may not always accurately reflect the actual increase in intensity.