The (Broader/sharper) ____________________ the Tuning Curve of an VIII Nerve

question 90

Short Answer

The (broader/sharper) ____________________ the tuning curve of an VIII nerve fiber is, the greater the frequency specificity of the basilar membrane.

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Significance Level

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Standard Deviation

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