Which of the Following Sequences CORRECTLY Reflects the Order of Events

question 48

Multiple Choice

Which of the following sequences CORRECTLY reflects the order of events in which sound waves are converted into neural impulses in the ear, from first to last?

• A) deflection of the basilar membrane formation of wave in cochlea vibration of the ossicles deflection of the tympanic membrane
• B) deflection of the basilar membrane vibration of the ossicles formation of wave in cochlea deflection of the tympanic membrane
• C) deflection of the tympanic membrane formation of wave in cochlea vibration of the ossicles deflection of the basilar membrane
• D) deflection of the tympanic membrane vibration of the ossicles formation of wave in cochlea deflection of the basilar membrane

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