The Auditory Tube

question 190

Multiple Choice

The auditory tube

• A) amplifies sound waves.
• B) helps maintain balance.
• C) carries sound to the eardrum.
• D) carries sound to the inner ear.
• E) equalizes air pressure between the middle ear and outside air.

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