As a Result of the Tympanic Reflex

question 58

Multiple Choice

As a result of the tympanic reflex,

• A) the auditory ossicles amplify the signal.
• B) the auditory ossicles vibrate more forcefully.
• C) vibrations are more efficient.
• D) vibrations are less efficient.
• E) all of the above

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