As Juan Sat in His Biology Lab, the Instructor Droned

question 2

Multiple Choice

As Juan sat in his biology lab, the instructor droned on about the techniques of vivisection. Rather than listen to the instructor, Juan kept thinking about the concert he was going to on the weekend. Which of the following stages of listening is Juan having the most trouble with?

• A) attending
• B) understanding
• C) remembering
• D) responding

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Definitions:

Place Theory

A theory in hearing that suggests different areas of the cochlea are activated by different frequencies of sound.

Frequency Theory

A theory in the study of hearing which suggests that the perception of pitch depends on the rate at which auditory nerve fibers are stimulated by the sound wave.

Pitch Perception

The aspect of hearing that allows the differentiation of sounds based on the frequency of their vibrations, discerning high sounds from low sounds.

Debate

A formal or informal discussion or argument involving opposing viewpoints on a particular topic or issue.