A Sudden Loud Sound Such as an Explosion Is Most

question 52

Multiple Choice

A sudden loud sound such as an explosion is most likely to impair hearing by damaging which of the following?

• A) hair cells in the organ of Corti
• B) the vestibular nerve
• C) the utricle and saccule
• D) the otoliths
• E) the endolymph

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Definitions:

Induced Consumption

The portion of consumption that changes as a result of changes in income, with higher incomes leading to increased consumption.

Autonomous Consumption

The amount of consumption that occurs regardless of current income levels, reflecting basic spending needed to survive.

Saving

The portion of income not spent on consumption but kept aside for future use, which may be invested to generate wealth.

Disposable Income

The amount households can devote to saving and spending once income taxes have been factored in.