I believe that figure was measured by inflating to rupture. I'm not 100% but I believe popping with a pin isn't quite as loud. Not sure. Scold him nevertheless, lol.
I don't know Beth, but I just had someone drop slam a wooden chopping board onto a stone countertop, right behind my head! I hope to every single deity right now, that I'll be okay! And I sincerely hope you are too! <3