The Oval Window

question 117

Multiple Choice

The oval window

• A) attaches to the malleus
• B) transfers the sound wave from the vestibule to the cochlea
• C) is reflexively tightened in response to loud sounds to diminish transmission of these sounds to the inner ear
• D) attaches to the malleus and is reflexively tightened in response to loud sounds to diminish transmission of these sounds to the inner ear
• E) none of these

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